Reports on the official visit of Arsenio Domínguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), to the Panama Maritime Authority (PMA). This visit marks his first mission to Panama since assuming office in January 2024.
A key focus of his visit was a forum titled “Empowering Women in the Maritime Sector,” which highlighted the importance of increasing women’s participation and ensuring they receive proper training, visibility, and recognition in the male-dominated maritime industry.
A Focus on Women in the Maritime Sector
The central event of the visit was a forum dedicated to empowering women in the maritime sector. The discussion went beyond simply providing training and leadership opportunities, emphasizing the need to actively showcase women’s contributions and ensure they work under equitable conditions.
The panel featured prominent female leaders from Panama’s maritime sector, including Rina Berrocal, Deputy General Director of the Merchant Marine; Marta Aparicio, General Director of Public Registry of Ship Ownership; and Pilar Castillo, Vice President of the Panama Maritime Chamber. Their participation underscored Panama’s commitment to this important issue.
Broader Agenda and Strategic Importance
The visit to the PMA was part of a broader agenda for the IMO Secretary-General in Panama. His schedule included meetings with several key institutions and organizations, such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Panama Canal Authority, the International Maritime University of Panama, and various maritime industry associations.
This extensive itinerary highlights Panama’s strategic importance in the global maritime industry, serving as a crucial link for international trade and a hub for maritime education and regulation.
Arsenio Domínguez’s visit to Panama, his first as IMO Secretary-General, underscores the IMO’s commitment to promoting gender equality and sustainable development within the global maritime sector.
By focusing on the empowerment of women, the visit not only celebrated the contributions of female leaders in Panama but also served as a call to action for the broader industry to create more inclusive and equitable environments. The mission reinforced Panama’s role as a vital partner for the IMO and a leader in addressing key issues facing the maritime world.
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