Through a statement, the United States Embassy in Panama reported that the Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, held a telephone conversation Tuesday, May 7, with the president-elect of Panama, José Raúl Mulino.  According to the embassy, ​​Secretary Blinken and Mulino spoke about the importance of working together to manage the immigration issue in a safe and humane manner.  Secretary Blinken highlighted the United States' strong support for Panama's efforts to combat corruption and organized crime.