Tag: State Department
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The Panama Canal: A Flashpoint in U.S.-China Geopolitical Tensions
Panama Canal Dispute: Diplomatic Tensions and Geopolitical Implications Panama’s President Challenges U.S. Claims on Canal Passage U.S. Claims and Panamanian Responses The recent diplomatic contention between Panama and the United States involves a significant disagreement over the Panama Canal. The U.S. State Department announced that U.S. government vessels would transit the Panama Canal without paying…
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Panama’s Strategic Dilemma: Navigating U.S.-China Rivalry in Port Concessions
Panama’s Strategic Reassessment of Port Concessions with China Background on Panama’s Port Concessions Panama’s strategic position at the crossroads of the Americas has long leveraged its geographic advantages to foster economic growth and global influence. The Panama Canal, a vital maritime artery connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, is central to this strategy. This section…