Panama’s Critical Juncture

Panama’s Critical Juncture: A Repeat of the Ecuadorian Debacle?

Panamanian President Ricardo Martinelli faces significant economic and political challenges in his plan to liberalize the country's economy. The case study of a similar process in Ecuador provides insight into the consequences of Martinelli's growth strategy.

This analysis was prepared by COHA Research Fellow Eloy Fisher.
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