Does a ‘foreign power’ threaten the Panama Canal? Here’s what you need to know
Secretary of State Marco Rubio embarks soon on his inaugural trip as the United States’ top diplomat. His first stop, Panama could prove to be the most contentious on the itinerary.
Panama’s president says there will be no negotiation about ownership of canal
Panama President José Raúl Mulino says there will be no negotiation with the United States over ownership of the Panama Canal. He also says that he hopes U.S.
I know the Panama Canal well – here’s why Trump wants it
When I first travelled to Panama City in 2012, the big real estate story – in a town obsessed with real estate – was the Trump Ocean Club. My driver from Tocumen airport, Roberto, had chauffeured its namesake the previous year.
Trump Threatens Again to Retake Panama Canal While Distorting Deadly History of Waterway
During Monday’s inauguration, Donald Trump repeated his threat to retake the Panama Canal. The United States controlled the waterway since the early 20th century, but in 1977 President Jimmy Carter signed a landmark treaty to give Panama control of the canal.
Trump’s Panama Canal seizure threat revives memories of 1989 US invasion
Trump has complained about US ships being “ripped off” with high fees for transiting the canal, though a neutrality treaty signed as part of the canal handover accords originally negotiated by president Jimmy Carter in 1977 obliges Panama to treat all countries equally on tariffs, making it difficult to offer the US a special deal.
Trump’s ambition to retake the Panama Canal could have a heavy cost
In recent weeks, when he was President-elect Donald Trump publicly said that Panama should return the Panama Canal to the United States, and he would not rule out using military force to reclaim it. At his presidential Inauguration on Monday Trump doubled down on saying that his new administration was going to take back the canal.
Trump's Second Week in Office Highlights Immigration Crackdown and Panama Canal Policies
In his second week, Trump intensifies immigration enforcement and addresses Panama Canal policies, marking significant policy shifts.- Watch Video on English Oneindia
Panama Audits Hong Kong Port Operator in Wake of Trump’s Canal Threats
Panama’s government and President José Raúl Mulino have repeatedly denied that there is any Chinese presence at the canal.
Explainer-Why is Trump threatening to take over the Panama Canal?
By Sarah Morland and Marianna Parraga (Reuters) -Newly inaugurated U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing to "take back" the Panama Canal, the world's second busiest interoceanic waterway, spurring concerns that the United States could invade the Central American nation.
Panama’s president rejects Trump's call to retake Panama Canal
The Panamanian leader added he will not allow his country’s “total superiority” of the shipping channel to be lessened.
With Panama Canal-U.S. tensions rising, ‘all options on the table,' warns Trump's top maritime official
Trump’s new top maritime official Louis Sola tells CNBC ‘all options on the table’ to punish Panama and defend U.S. business, trade and national security.
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Why is Trump threatening to take over the Panama Canal?
Newly inaugurated U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing to "take back" the Panama Canal, the world's second busiest interoceanic waterway, spurring concerns that the United States could invade ...
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The Panama Canal is in the eye of the storm
Donald Trump’s expansionist rhetoric poses a direct threat to the maritime corridor that serves as the Central American ...
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Can Trump Take Control of the Panama Canal by Force? There Will Be Consequences
Trump’s bold declaration to take military control of the Panama Canal sparks fears of international repercussions and ...
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Panama after Donald Trump lashes out at country
State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said Thursday that Rubio will also make stops in Guatemala, El Salvador ... the United States to reclaim the Panama Canal. He suggested in his ...
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Panamanian President Says He Won't Discuss Control Of The Canal on Marco Rubio's Visit
Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino ruled out discussing control of the Panama Canal with U.S. Secretary of State Marco ...