Jose Raul Molino, a 64-year-old right-wing lawyer — who replaced former president Ricardo Martinelli (2009-2014) on the ballot of his opposition faction, after he was convicted of corruption and money laundering and has taken refuge in the Nicaraguan embassy in Panama — emerged the winner. of the presidential elections held in the country yesterday Sunday, garnering about 34% of the votes, the National Electoral Commission announced. The center-right lawyer Ricardo Lobana, who took second place (≈25%), also recognized the victory of Mr. Molino, who is considered to have a close relationship with former president Martinelli. About three million voters were called yesterday to elect the next president, renew the composition of the parliament and elect local elected officials. Presidential elections in Panama are held in one round and a simple majority is enough for a candidate to win.
Source: News Beast
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