Trump, Panama

Panama turned its canal into a money-maker. History shows why Trump’s threats are sounding the alarm bells
More than 100 years after the construction of the engineering marvel that linked the Atlantic and Pacific oceans — and 25 years after the canal was returned to Panama by the US — the Panama Canal faces renewed intimidation from US President Donald Trump.
What Panamanians have to say about Trump's threats to retake the canal
They say they fought too hard to wrest it from the U.S. to now hand back the waterway, which is part of the nation’s identity.
Russia sounds off on Trump’s threat to retake the Panama Canal
Russia’s foreign ministry has called on Trump to reaffirm the current international agreement surrounding the Panama Canal and to leave it in control of the nation of Panama.
Trump says China controls the Panama Canal — but here's how it really works
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 Panama Canal Authority.
Trump’s Panama Canal threats leave country’s officials scrambling for answers
The new Panamanian ambassador was given strict instructions as he prepared to meet then-President Donald Trump one day in 2019: Do not engage him in any substantive discussion of critical issues.
Can the US take back the Panama Canal? Why does Trump want it?
In his inaugural speech, President Donald Trump repeated his plan to regain control of the Panama Canal. Can he?
Reclaiming the Panama Canal Could End Up Backfiring For Trump, Experts Warn
Trump's canal claims would undermine U.S.-Panama relations, boost China's influence, and revive regional tensions, harming both countries' interests, two experts argued
Jim Hartman: Trump and the Panama Canal
President Trump’s threat to retake the canal came out of the blue, inflaming Panamanians. But Trump’s view is nothing new.
Video: Trump doubles down on retaking Panama Canal: ‘You’re serious?’
Trump doubles down on retaking Panama Canal: ‘You’re serious?’ Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., joins 'Fox & Friends' to discuss his resolution calling on Panama to cut ties with China as President Donald Trump continues his push to retake the Panama Canal.
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What A Battle Over the Panama Canal Means For U.S. Agriculture
The Panama Canal is in President Donald Trump’s crosshairs — and he's pledged to take it over due to Chinese influence. He ...
President of Panama: ‘The canal is and will remain Panama’s’
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino says his nation intends to maintain control of the Panama Canal, after President Trump ...
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 ...
Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Panama after Donald Trump lashes out at country
Marco Rubio will travel to Panama on his first trip abroad as secretary of State. The visit comes as Donald Trump looks to ...
A man, a plan, a canal: Rubio's first trip as secretary of state will take him to Panama
Marco Rubio will head overseas late next week; he's also scheduled to visit Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica and the ...
Who operates the Panama Canal and who sold it? The waterway's history, explained
President Donald Trump announced a series of sweeping changes after being sworn in as the 47th U.S. President on Monday, including plans to "take back" the Panama Canal.
Rubio prioritizes Panama and hints at muscle behind Trump’s desire for canal
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Central America comes after President Donald Trump has repeatedly promised to take ...