Panama’s Deputy Minister of Multilateral Affairs and Cooperation, Carlos Guevara Mann, began an official visit to Turkey on Thursday. His mission aims to strengthen bilateral ties and advance cooperation in technology, culture, and trade between the two nations.<\/p>\n
The visit commenced with a diplomatic gesture at the An\u0131tkabir, the mausoleum of modern Turkey’s founder. Guevara Mann placed a wreath on behalf of President Jos\u00e9 Ra\u00fal Mulino, honoring Mustafa Kemal Atat\u00fcrk. The deputy minister then toured the adjacent museum dedicated to the Turkish War of Independence.<\/p>\n
High-level talks formed the core of the visit. Deputy Minister Guevara Mann met with Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Z. Levent G\u00fcmr\u00fck\u00e7\u00fc to discuss mutual interests. Both officials highlighted the unique strategic positions their countries hold in global commerce.<\/p>\n
They specifically noted Panama’s role through its interoceanic canal and Turkey’s position as a transcontinental bridge. Guevara Mann emphasized the enduring relevance of the Panama Canal Neutrality Treaty<\/a> to worldwide maritime trade. This framework ensures secure and open passage, a cornerstone of the global economy.<\/p>\n “Our dialogue reaffirmed the shared vision Panama and Turkey have for facilitating international trade and development,” Guevara Mann stated. [Translated from Spanish]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n In a significant move for technological exchange, the deputy minister met with Orhan Aydin. Aydin leads Turkey’s Scientific and Technological Research Council. Their conversation finalized plans for an upcoming cooperation agreement.<\/p>\n This pact will foster joint research programs in several cutting-edge fields. Priority areas include cybersecurity, meteorology, semiconductor development, big data analytics, and public health initiatives. Such collaboration could provide a model for Panama’s own technological research council<\/a>.<\/p>\n The official agenda also focused on deepening cultural connections. A meeting with Turkish Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism Serdar \u00c7am reviewed ongoing collaborative agreements. They explored ways to enhance the cultural bridge already developing between the countries.<\/p>\n Guevara Mann formally thanked Turkey for its support on several heritage conservation projects. This assistance has been channeled through the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA)<\/a>. One notable project involves the restoration of Panama’s historic Fort San Lorenzo.<\/p>\n “We value TIKA’s partnership and invited them to consider collaboration on the development of the El Ca\u00f1o archaeological park,” Guevara Mann said. [Translated from Spanish]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This invitation signals Panama’s desire to expand partnership into new areas of historical preservation and tourism development. It aligns with broader efforts to leverage cultural heritage for sustainable growth.<\/p>\n The deputy minister was accompanied by Panama’s Ambassador to Turkey, Karina Arias, and Economic Counselor Mario Julio. Their presence ensured discussions covered both diplomatic and economic dimensions of the relationship.<\/p>\n\n
Cultural Ties and Heritage Projects<\/h2>\n
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