Jan. 28 at 8:31 PM
Copa Airlines President Pedro Heilbron said the free enterprise system remains the most effective way to create jobs and reduce poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean, urging stronger cooperation between governments and the private sector. Speaking at a regional economic forum in Panama, he compared free enterprise to the “turbines” that drive growth, while governments provide stability and support. Heilbron highlighted aviation as a core engine of Panama’s economy, generating nearly 200,000 jobs and about 8% of GDP, supported by nonstop connectivity to almost 100 international destinations. He also cited Tocumen International Airport as a successful example of public-private coordination and noted Copa’s modern fleet and industry-leading on-time performance.
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