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Trump’s Panama Canal threats leave country’s officials scrambling for answers
The new Panamanian ambassador was given strict instructions as he prepared to meet then-President Donald Trump one day in 2019: Do not engage him in any substantive discussion of critical issues.
Panama Canal administrator pushes back against Trump’s assertions of Chinese meddling
The administrator of the Panama Canal has responded to criticisms from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, denying that there is any interference from China in the canal’s operations and saying giving special privileges to any nation would only cause problems.
Who controls the Panama Canal and why is Trump threatening to take it?
Donald Trump has refused to rule out using military force to retake the Panama Canal that was returned by the US to Panama decades ago.
The Panama Canal Could Help Unify Trump's Fractious Movement
In the 1970s, a conservative coalition came together to fight ceding control of the Panama Canal—proving the political potency of the issue.
'Why now?': 'Puzzled' Panamanian officials scramble to make sense of Trump’s canal 'fixation'
After President Jimmy Carter's death at the age of 100 on December 29, 2024, President-elect Donald Trump argued that one of Carter's biggest mistakes was giving the Panama Canal to Panama back in 1977.
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
Trump's $2.5 Billion Power Play: What Seizing The Panama Canal Would Cost
Donald Trump’s threat to forcibly retake the Panama Canal would target a waterway that generates $2.5 billion in annual revenue for Panama and handles 5% of global maritime trade, raising alarm about potential disruption to international commerce.
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Cold-weather shelter to open in Panama City on Sunday ahead of freeze. Here's what to know
The shelter at A.D. Harris Learning Village will stay open as many nights as needed as a freeze settles over Bay County. Here's what you need to know.
Channel your inner child at popular Panama City toy expo
The bi-annual Florida Panhandle Toy Expo is once again back in town for its 5th year at the Bay County Fairgrounds this ...
What China Wants in Panama: More Trade, Projects and Influence
Beijing’s efforts to expand its reach in the country have hit several obstacles, in part because of American pressure.
Fire investigation leads to arrest in Panama City
The cause of the fire is still under investigation. One person has been arrested in connection to the incident.
Panama City native launches Commissioner Ward 1 campaign
A lifelong Panama City resident is looking to make history as Panama City’s youngest commissioner. 21-year-old Daniel Schultz ...
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Gulf Coast Jam in Panama City Beach ranked by fans as best music festival in the world
Music Festival Wizard posted a list that ranked Gulf Coast Jam as the top festival in the world, according to fans.
MORNING EXTRA: Business owners discuss moving into Downtown Panama City
Somethin’s Cookin’ held a Grand Re-Opening as it joined the Downtown Panama City community on Oak Avenue. (RELATED: ...
Panama City officials boost reserve fund
Last month Panama City Clerk Jan Smith warned commissioners about their spending habits. Smith said if this year’s budget ...
Florida jury says CNN defamed Navy veteran in story about endangered Afghans
A jury in Panama City, Florida on Friday found CNN guilty of defaming a U.S. Navy veteran in a 2021 story about people paid ...