Panamanian President Nicanor Mulino addressed the Organization of American States (OAS) forum, issuing a stark warning about escalating threats to democracy in the region. He cited declining citizen trust, the spread of disinformation, and increasing economic inequality as significant pressures. However, Mulino expressed particular concern over the expanding influence of international organized crime and drug trafficking. He urged concrete actions from the OAS and its member states to actively defend democratic institutions. The president emphasized the need to address these challenges proactively to safeguard the stability of democratic governance throughout the Americas. His remarks underscored a growing regional anxiety regarding transnational criminal networks and their potential to undermine political systems.