Tag: Panama Canal Authority
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Tensions Rise: U.S. Demands Free Passage Through Panama Canal Amid Geopolitical Struggle
Geopolitical Tensions Surrounding the Panama Canal: U.S. Claims and Panamanian Responses Introduction The dispute between the Panama Canal Authority and the U.S. State Department regarding free passage for U.S. government vessels through the Panama Canal has escalated, with the Panama Canal Authority denying the U.S. State Department’s claim that U.S. government vessels would sail for…
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“Navigating the Canal: Panama’s Balancing Act Between U.S. Pressure and Chinese Influence”
U.S. Diplomatic Pressure and Panama’s Response In the wake of intensifying U.S.-China tensions, U.S. diplomatic pressure on Panama has evolved significantly, focusing particularly on the strategic Panama Canal. These diplomatic engagements culminated in a landmark agreement under which Panama agreed to grant free passage to U.S. Navy vessels and to withdraw from China’s Belt and…
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Marco Rubio’s Pivotal Panama Visit: Navigating Migration, Canal Control, and Chinese Influence in Latin America
Introduction to Rubio’s Panama Visit U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Panama marks a pivotal moment in the reshaping of American diplomatic relations in Latin America, particularly in light of ongoing concerns regarding migration and the management of the Panama Canal. Initiated on February 1, 2025, this trip signifies Rubio’s inaugural international engagement…
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The Panama Canal: Strategic Crossroads, Diplomatic Showdown
The Panama Canal: Historical Context, Strategic Importance, and Diplomatic Tensions Introduction to the Panama Canal The Panama Canal, an artificial 82-kilometer (51-mile) waterway in Panama, connects the Caribbean Sea with the Pacific Ocean via the Isthmus of Panama. Since its completion in 1914, it has been a cornerstone of global trade. The idea of creating…