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Panama's Canal Sovereignty at Risk Amid U.S.-China Tensions

4/20/2025

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Panama's sovereignty hangs in the balance as it safeguards the canal under the Neutrality Treaty, ensuring its continuous operation. Recent U.S. security agreements have ignited fears of foreign influence, particularly with escalating tensions with China. Critics warn that even a fleeting U.S. military presence could jeopardize Panama's independence and economic stability, emphasizing the fragile interplay between security and self-determination.

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Panama's sovereignty hangs in the balance as it safeguards the canal under the Neutrality Treaty, ensuring its continuous operation. Recent U.S. security agreements have ignited fears of foreign influence, particularly with escalating tensions with China. Critics warn that even a fleeting U.S. military presence could jeopardize Panama's independence and economic stability, emphasizing the fragile interplay between security and self-determination.