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Global event FZO is set to host its 12th World Congress in Panama during the year 2026.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates witnesses the agreement between the World Free Zones Organization and the local government on a Memorandum of Understanding.

International gathering of World FZO set for Panama in 2026 for the organization's 12th World...
International gathering of World FZO set for Panama in 2026 for the organization's 12th World Congress

Global event FZO is set to host its 12th World Congress in Panama during the year 2026.

The World FZO World Congress, a significant event in the global trade and investment calendar, is set to return in 2025 and 2026. This prestigious gathering of industry leaders, freezone leaders, government officials, investors, and trade experts will first convene in Hainan province, China, from 10-12 October 2025.

In a momentous occasion, the World Free Zones Organization (World FZO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government of Panama to host the 12th annual World FZO's World Congress in Panama City, July 2026. The MoU was signed by His Excellency Dr. Mohammed AlZarooni, Chairman of the World FZO, and His Excellency Julio Moltó, Minister of Commerce and Industries at the Government of the Republic of Panama.

The upcoming Congress in China is expected to strengthen China's global standing as a hub for trade and logistics and enhance its visibility on the international investment map. Similarly, the event in Panama City, Panama, in July 2026, is expected to have a similar impact on Panama's global standing as a hub for trade and logistics.

H.E. Julio Moltó́ stated that hosting the Congress represents a strategic step that highlights Panama's position as a global investment gateway and opens new prospects for regional cooperation, technology, and investment. H.E. Dr. AlZarooni stated that the cooperation with Panama represents a key milestone in efforts to outreach to Latin American markets and strengthen cooperation with governments and economic institutions in the region.

The back-to-back hosting of the Congress in both China and then Panama reflects the growing momentum of the World FZO on the international stage. The World FZO World Congress, the world's premier gathering of its kind, gathers more than 1,500 delegates from over 100 countries.

The Congress provides a platform for networking and knowledge sharing among industry leaders. It brings together a select group of decision-makers and high-level representatives from global industry, trade, and investment sectors. The event in Panama City, Panama, in July 2026, is expected to further solidify Panama's position as a key player in the global trade and investment landscape.

Preparations for the 11th World FZO Congress in Hainan province, China, are currently underway, with the event scheduled to take place from 10-12 October 2025. The government of Panama decided to host the 12th World FZO Congress in Panama City in July 2026, marking a significant milestone in Panama's efforts to position itself as a global hub for trade and investment.

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