Panama and Ecuador Sign Terms of Reference to Negotiate Trade Agreement

Panama and Ecuador signed the Terms of Reference (TDR) that establish the basis for initiating negotiations for a Partial Scope Economic Complementation Agreement.

September 7, 2026

The document marks a new step in the commercial relations between both countries.

The agreement seeks to facilitate trade and expand opportunities for businesses and productive sectors in Panama and Ecuador. Among the topics to be analyzed are market access, rules of origin, and trade facilitation.

With this signing, both countries move into a new stage of discussions to define the commitments of the future agreement. The process seeks to expand trade and strengthen economic relations between Panama and Ecuador.