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The Rising Influence of China in Panama and Beyond
The Panama Canal is a significant maritime artery that has long played a crucial role in global shipping. Recently, China's involvement in the development and management of infrastructure around the canal has raised concerns among U.S. observers and political figures. With plans for a new billion-dollar bridge over the canal and the Chinese government’s growing influence in Latin America, discussions surrounding sovereignty, control, and military implications are increasingly prominent.