Jan 22, 2025 · China is the second-biggest user of the Panama Canal by metrics of cargo volumes During his inaugural address, President Donald Trump doubled down on his …

Jan 9, 2025 · China’s economic control on both sides of the canal raises concerns about the potential for rapid militarization and its ability to control canal access. Panama’s willingness to …

4 days ago · After Trump said in his January 20 inauguration speech that it is time for the US to retake control of the Panama Canal, US Senator Eric Schmitt on January 23 introduced a …

3 days ago · The waterway is managed by the Panama Canal Authority (ACP), a branch of the Panamanian government. Panamanian authorities have repeatedly stated that there is no …

Dec 26, 2024 · President-elect Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting the United States should reclaim control of the Panama Canal, citing overcharges for its use and alleged …

Jan 23, 2025 · The neutrality of the nearly 50-mile canal, through which nearly 15,000 ships transit each year, is enshrined in Panama’s Constitution and is enforced by the autonomous …

Jan 21, 2025 · China does not control the Panama Canal itself. But before the handover, a Hong Kong shipping company, Hutchison Ports PPC, won an international bid in 1997 to allow …

Jan 15, 2025 · The transfer of the Canal to Panama paralleled the integration of China into the world’s economy. Since the official handover in 1999, China’s rise as a global power made the …

Jan 16, 2025 · On December 25, 2024, Trump falsely claimed that Chinese soldiers were “operating” the Panama Canal, wishing them a “merry Christmas.” Trump has also directly …

May 21, 2021 · The integration of the Panama Canal into a broader Central America strategy will require increased U.S. engagement with Panama itself, with the added benefit of rivaling …