INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Panama, a nation of approximately 4.5 million residents, officially became an associated state of Mercosur on Friday
This status does not grant Panama voting rights within the bloc but positions it closer to a significant player in global trade.President
explore free trade avenues with other member countries
The organization was established in 1991 by Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.Panama Joins Mercosur as an Associated State
(Photo Internet reproduction)Bolivia exemplifies this pathway; it became an associated state in 1996 and initiated its full membership
and its canal make it a valuable partner for Mercosur.In addition, he pointed out that the bloc has limited ties with Central America,
Suriname also hold associated state status within Mercosur
This expansion reflects an ongoing effort to enhance regional cooperation and economic integration among diverse nations.
