Panama Canal
Panama Shuts its Door to US and China: US Has to PAY for the CANAL! Leave One Belt One Road chinese program
In this video, we unravel the deepening standoff over the Panama Canal, a vital maritime passage connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. President Donald Trump’s push to reassert American dominance—and even take back the canal—clashes with Panamanian sovereignty and China’s infrastructure investments at its entrances. Meanwhile, Panama has exited the Belt and Road Initiative, sparking questions about Beijing’s next move. Will Washington’s demands for free passage, potential military options, or zero-fee transit push Panama or other global players over the edge? We examine how this strategic waterway might become the next great-power flashpoint, reverberating through global shipping lanes and economies from Australia to the Americas.
Trump’s Controversial Claims The U.S. President’s repeated allegations that “China operates the Panama Canal” and the vow to reclaim it if Panama refuses free passage. Panama’s firm denial of U.S. claims and stance on maintaining neutrality.
Panama’s Decision to Leave Belt & Road How Trump’s pressure led Panama to drop China’s ambitious infrastructure program. Frustration in Beijing and potential rethinking of Chinese investments in Latin America.
China’s Influence & Infrastructure Strategy Port facilities at both ends of the canal under Hong Kong–based companies. Fears that Beijing could exploit “dual-use” shipping hubs in a conflict scenario.
Historical Context & Treaty Obligations The 1977 Torrijos-Carter Treaties giving Panama sole control by 1999. U.S. retention of the right to intervene militarily should the canal’s neutrality be threatened.
Australia’s Concern & Global Shipping Routes Australia’s central bank citing higher shipping costs due to canal disruptions. Possible inflationary effects if maritime trade reroutes or if canal capacity narrows.
Possible U.S. Moves The unlikelihood—but not impossibility—of forceful U.S. takeover. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s calls for Panama to curb Chinese power in the canal zone.
Balancing Sovereignty & Global Interests How Panama’s leadership—President Mulino especially—seeks new alliances but resists external interference. Will the canal stay open and neutral amid superpower rivalries?
Rubio tells Panama to reduce Chinese influence in canal area
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told Panama’s President Jose Raul Mulino to reduce Chinese influence over the Panama Canal. At talks in Panama City, Rubio said that if Mulino did not take action, the Trump administration would intervene.
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