With the recent Panama Canal expansion, the isthmus country is primed to become a global shipping hub.

In order to successfully implement various proposed reforms, Mexico must first strengthen its rule of law, experts said.

When faced with major shocks, models stop working and leaders must rely on experience, said experts.

Los panelistas discutieron sobre la deuda pública de Colombia, las reformas estructurales del país, los dividendos económicos de la paz y mucho más.

Speakers discussed everything from Colombia’s public debt to structural reforms to the financial dividends of peace.

Mexican authorities were swift when increasing monetary and fiscal discipline to stabilize the economy, said Bank of America’s Carlos Capistrán.

Despite a shaky global financial outlook, Mexico shows signs of stability, said a speaker at the forum.