Giannis Bratakos, President of the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), met Julie Lymberopulos Karnakis, Panama’s Ambassador and Consul General to Greece, to discuss strengthening bilateral economic ties and exploring new opportunities for trade and investment cooperation.
The talks focused on opportunities for joint business initiatives, particularly in shipping, transport and logistics — sectors in which both countries have a strong tradition and a significant international presence. Prospects for cooperation in technology, finance and business services were also discussed.
Particular attention was given to the possibility of holding a joint business forum in Greece or Panama, bringing together representatives of chambers of commerce and businesses from both countries. The aim would be to highlight investment opportunities, foster direct business contacts and improve access to new markets.
Ms Lymberopulos Karnakis outlined Panama’s advantages as an international trade and transit hub, referring to its strategic location, the Panama Canal and the opportunities the country offers for access to markets in Latin America and the Caribbean. She also briefed the ACCI president on the CAF 2027 International Forum, which will be held on 27 and 28 January 2027 in Panama City, bringing together government representatives, business organisations and investors from around the world.
ACCI President Giannis Bratakos said: “Greece and Panama are linked by strong shipping and trade ties, which can provide the basis for broader business cooperation. Building on these relationships by creating new channels of communication between businesses in the two countries could open up significant opportunities in trade, investment and services. The ACCI is ready to play an active role in developing concrete initiatives that will boost the international reach of Greek businesses and help them access markets in Latin America.”
Both sides expressed their intention to keep communication channels open and further explore opportunities for cooperation between the business communities of Greece and Panama.