12th World FZO World Congress: Free Zones in the new global operating model

Welcome to Panama, where global trade routes meet ideas, and collaboration drives opportunity. Here, the 12th World Free Zones Organization (World FZO) World Congress will bring together high-level officials, policymakers, free zone leaders, investors, and industry experts from around the world to exchange perspectives, share experiences, and shape the future of free zones and special economic regimes.

In a time of profound global transformation—marked by geopolitical change, digitalization, and sustainability imperatives—the Congress will focus on the evolving role of free zones as platforms for innovation, resilience, and inclusive growth. Through open dialogue and practical exchange, participants will explore how public–private collaboration can unlock new models for trade, investment, and industrial development.

Over the course of the Congress, the program will feature ministerial dialogues, CEO panels, technical workshops, and investment-focused sessions addressing key themes such as innovation-driven zones, digital and AI-enabled industries, green industrial transitions, and regional value chains. Designed to encourage meaningful interaction, the agenda will highlight global best practices while fostering partnerships and actionable outcomes.