Beyond the Canal: The Real Risk of China’s Engagement in Panama

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Recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump and Special Envoy for Latin America Mauricio Claver Carone, as well as the trip by Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Central America, have focused attention on the risks posed by the activities of China in Panama.  Two points should be made clearContinue Reading

Trump’s Panama Gambit and the China Paradox 

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For the past month, both before and after taking the oath of office on January 20,  U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened the territorial integrity of Panama. More recently, during his inaugural address, he openly pledged to take back the Panama Canal. In doing so, he has falsely claimedContinue Reading