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China's Role in the Panama Canal Controversy

The China-Global South Podcast

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Geopolitical Tensions and the Panama Canal

This chapter explores the controversy surrounding the Panama Canal, focusing on recent U.S. claims of Chinese influence and Panama's counterarguments. It examines the growing presence of Chinese companies in the region since 2017 and the implications for U.S.-Panama relations. The discussion highlights the complex balance of power in Latin America and the strategic significance of the canal in the geopolitical landscape.

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