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Can Trump really take over the Panama Canal, rename the Gulf of Mexico?

Trump repeated his desire to do so in his inaugural address on Monday. But it would not be easy.

Al Jazeera

Panama Asserts Control Over Panama Canal Amid U.S. Concerns

President Trump's remarks on the Panama Canal stir nationalist sentiment and concerns in Panama, highlighting the country's sovereignty and historical context.

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Fact check: Was Trump truthful in his inauguration day speeches?

Trump targeted the Panama Canal and undocumented migrants, repeating old claims and making new ones. We fact check them.

Al Jazeera

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Panamanian President Rejects Trump's Vow To Take Back Panama Canal: 'It Is And Will Continue To Be Panama´s'

"China is using the Panama Canal and we did not give it to China. We gave it to Panama. And we will get it back," Trump said during his inauguration

Latin Times

Trump claims to be ‘peacemaker’ as he vows to ‘take back’ Panama canal

Desire to be ‘unifier’ rubs up against 47th US president’s ambitions for territorial expansion

The Guardian - US

Trump Vows US 'Taking Back' Panama Canal Despite 'Peacemaker' Pledge

President Donald Trump on Monday cast himself as a peacemaker in his second inaugural address, but immediately vowed that the United States would be "taking back" the Panama Canal.

International Business Times

Panama President Rejects Trump's Claim On Panama Canal Ownership

Panama's President refutes Trump's claims about the Panama Canal, emphasizing sovereignty and neutrality.

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Trump renews threat to take back Panama Canal - Roll Call

President Donald Trump used his inaugural address to repeat his threat to take back the Panama Canal over possible China influence.

Roll Call

Trump Vows to Take Back Panama Canal During Inaugural Address

"China is controlling the Panama Canal," said Trump. " And we didn't give it to China, we gave it to Panama, so we're taking it back"

Latin Times

President Trump Accuses Panama Of Treaty Violations

President Trump accuses Panama of treaty violations regarding Panama Canal operations, raising concerns about trade and military implications.

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A Look At The Most Urgent Issues Marco Rubio Would Address In The Americas As Secretary Of State

Greenland, Canada, the Panama Canal, Venezuela, and Cuba will likely consume his agenda should he be confirmed in the post

Latin Times

Badenoch claims Trump ‘will be a force for good in the world’ as UK braces for possible tariff war

President-elect has recently ramped up threats over his desire for the US to gain control of Greenland and the Panama Canal

The Independent UK

Trump signals he will start pushing for a new world order in first 100 days

Donald Trump’s return to the White House on January 20 2025 is widely seen as ushering in a period of significant upheaval for US foreign policy, and a change in the way diplomacy is done.

The Conversation

Trump's Rhetoric On The Panama Canal Could Advance U.S. Interests, But It Could Also Backfire

Analysts believe takeover comments could be aimed at getting lower fees, but they could also push Panama to embrace China

Latin Times

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Sen. Rubio Raises Concerns Over Chinese Influence In Panama Canal

Senator Rubio raises concerns about Chinese influence on the Panama Canal and potential security risks.

The Conversation

In eyeing Greenland, Trump is echoing long-held American designs on the Arctic expanse

At a news conference in early January 2025, President-elect Donald Trump rambled through a grab bag of grievances and proposals, including his disdain for wind power and low-flow showerheads and his thoughts on the possible acquisition of the Panama Canal, Canada and Greenland.

The Conversation

Trump’s canal canard obscures a truth: Panama just wants to run its shipping passage without interference from China or the US

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has in recent days repeatedly denounced what he sees as China’s outsized influence on the Panama Canal – the crucial maritime passageway linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

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Vice President-Elect JD Vance Discusses America's Strategic Interests In Greenland

Vice President-elect JD Vance and national security adviser Mike Waltz discuss America's strategic interests in Greenland and the Panama Canal, focusing on...

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Vance: We have troops in Greenland

The vice president-elect hinted the U.S. might flex its military might to get a deal done with the small nation

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Vice President-Elect JD Vance Emphasizes Strategic Importance Of Greenland

Vice President-elect JD Vance and national security adviser Mike Waltz discuss America's strategic interests in Greenland and the Panama Canal, emphasizing...

The Guardian - US

‘Why pick a battle over this?’: Trump’s threats over Panama Canal reopen wounds over 1989 US invasion

Hundreds of people were killed during Operation Just Cause. Trump has stoked fears the US could invade again

The Independent UK

How the world reacted to Trump’s bizarre plan for Greenland and new borders

Fears NATO may be falling apart even before Trump’s inauguration

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House Republicans Introduce Bill To Repurchase Panama Canal

House Republicans propose Panama Canal Repurchase Act to address concerns over Chinese influence, aiming to enhance U.S. strategic interests.

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Panama Canal CEO Denies Chinese Control Amid Trump Allegations

Panama Canal CEO refutes claims of Chinese control, emphasizing neutrality and sovereignty. Concerns over Chinese influence in strategic locations persist.

The Conversation

Putting Donald Trump’s plans for Greenland and the Panama canal into context

There has been a great deal of heat – and not an overabundance of light – when it comes to the media’s reactions to Donald Trump’s renewed interest in acquiring Greenland from Denmark after he resumes the US presidency on January 20. The tone of commentary has very much had…

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