Panama President's statement on Trump's threat regarding Panama Canal, gave a candid answer

Washington: The President of Panama has responded to the threat of America's newly elected President Donald Trump regarding the Panama Canal. Trump has asked Panama to either reduce tariffs for American ships passing through the Panama Canal. Or hand over its control to America. He alleged that Panama was charging higher fees from American ships.

After Trump's statement, Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino reacted. Said that the area around the canal and every square meter is theirs. President Mulino said that Panama's sovereignty and independence cannot be compromised.

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Actually, Donald Trump's tenure is starting from next month. In this context, he told what he would do in this matter after taking charge. Trump made this statement regarding Panama in front of supporters of the conservative activist group Turning Point USA. He told his supporters in Arizona on Sunday that the fees being charged by Panama are unfair. Now it will stop. Let us tell you that this group had supported Trump in the 2024 election campaign.

Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino

What is the matter with the Panama Canal?

The Panama Canal was built in the early 1900s. The United States maintained control of the canal until 1977. After the treaties, this area gradually came under the control of Panama. After some time of joint control, in 1999, it came under the control of Panama. Every year 14 thousand cargo ships pass through here.