Indo Panama Business Summit by ICMEI at Marwah Studios Highlights Expanding India–Latin America Partnerships

Indo Panama Business Summit by ICMEI at Marwah Studios Highlights Expanding India–Latin America Partnerships

Noida, India: The International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) hosted the Indo Panama Business Summit at Marwah Studios, bringing together ambassadors and business leaders to strengthen commercial and cultural ties between India and Latin America. The conference focused on expanding bilateral opportunities, trade collaboration, and cultural diplomacy.

The summit was initiated by Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of ICMEI and Chair of the Indo Panama Film and Cultural Forum, who welcomed all dignitaries and emphasized the growing relevance of Latin America in India’s global outreach. “ICMEI is committed to creating platforms that build meaningful international partnerships. The Indo Panama Film and Cultural Forum has opened new doors for cooperation in trade, culture, and entrepreneurship,” he said.

H.E. Alonso Correa Miguel, Ambassador of Panama to India, served as the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker. He expressed deep gratitude to ICMEI for organizing the summit and spoke comprehensively about the strong bilateral relations between India and Panama, highlighting opportunities in logistics, maritime services, trade flows, finance, and cultural exchange.

H.E. Nestor Gabriel Baltodano Vargas, Ambassador of Costa Rica, provided insights into the economic and cultural landscape of his country and the broader Latin American region. He emphasized the strong potential for India–Latin America collaboration in technology, tourism, education, and sustainable development.

H.E. Dharamkumar Seeraj, High Commissioner of Guyana, shared perspectives on expanding international relations and the emerging business opportunities in Latin America for Indian entrepreneurs. He stressed the importance of continuous engagement for long-term partnerships.

Ms. Arlette Gabriella Bustamante Garcia, Charge d’Affaires, Embassy of Bolivia, discussed internal and external trade prospects, highlighting Bolivia’s evolving economic sectors and welcoming Indian participation in mining, agriculture, culture, and creative industries.

Ms. Fauzia Bakshi, international business expert, unveiled the poster of a new business venture launched in Panama, symbolizing fresh avenues of global entrepreneurship. She motivated the business community to explore Panama as a strategic international hub and encouraged greater industry involvement.

The Indo Panama Business Summit reaffirmed ICMEI’s mission to promote economic diplomacy, cultural interaction, and business expansion between India and Latin America. The conference successfully created a platform for meaningful dialogue, mutual understanding, and future collaboration.

The event concluded with strong commitments to deepen partnerships and explore new opportunities across trade, education, culture, and entrepreneurship.

Indo Panama Business Summit Organized by ICMEI at Marwah Studios Marks a Strong Push for Bilateral Trade and Cultural Cooperation

Indo Panama Business Summit Organized by ICMEI at Marwah Studios Marks a Strong Push for Bilateral Trade and Cultural Cooperation

Noida, India: The Indo Panama Business Summit, organized by the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI), was held with great enthusiasm at Marwah Studios, bringing together diplomats, industry leaders, and business visionaries to strengthen economic, cultural, and commercial ties with Panama and Latin America.

The Summit was formally inaugurated by an eminent panel of dignitaries, including: H.E. Alonso Correa Miguel, Ambassador of Panama to India, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of ICMEI and Chancellor of AAFT University, H.E. Nestor Gabriel Baltodano Vargas, Ambassador of Costa Rica, H.E. Dharamkumar Seeraj, High Commissioner of Guyana, Ms. Arlette Gabriella Bustamante Garcia, Charge d’Affaires, Embassy of Bolivia, Ms. Fauzia Bakshi, International Business Expert, and Advocate S. K. Verma, Supreme Court of India.

The event was strongly supported by the Indo Panama Film and Cultural Forum of ICMEI, further reinforcing cultural diplomacy alongside business partnerships.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of ICMEI, in his address, highlighted the dynamic role of ICMEI in fostering international cooperation through trade, culture, media, education, and creative exchange.
“ICMEI has always believed in building bridges between nations through meaningful business collaborations and cultural engagement. The Indo Panama Film and Cultural Forum is one such powerful initiative connecting India with Latin America, opening new avenues for partnerships, entrepreneurship, and artistic exchange,” he said.

H.E. Alonso Correa Miguel, Ambassador of Panama, delivered an insightful address on bilateral relations, emphasizing the vast potential for collaborations in trade, logistics, tourism, media, and education.
He noted that India and Panama share a strong foundation of friendship, and the Summit provides a timely platform to explore new opportunities for mutual growth.

Adding depth and diversity to the dialogue, H.E. Nestor Gabriel Baltodano Vargas, Ambassador of Costa Rica,, H.E. Dharamkumar Seeraj, High Commissioner of Guyana, and, Ms. Arlette Gabriella Bustamante Garcia, Charge d’Affaires, Embassy of Bolivia, shared valuable perspectives from their respective countries, encouraging Indian entrepreneurs to explore business possibilities in Central and South America.

Business expert Ms. Fauzia Bakshi inspired participants to actively pursue ventures in Panama, highlighting the country’s strategic relevance in global trade and its business-friendly ecosystem. She also delivered the Vote of Thanks, appreciating the ambassadors, ICMEI, and Marwah Studios for orchestrating a visionary international summit.

The Indo Panama Business Summit at Marwah Studios stands as a significant milestone in ICMEI’s continued efforts to promote global business collaboration, cultural exchange, and international goodwill. The event successfully opened fresh pathways for Indian industries to engage with Panama and the Latin American region at large.