From: NewsFeed
US pressure mounts at Panama Canal over Venezuelan oil shipments
The Panama Canal has become the focus of increased US pressure as the US tries to curb Venezuelan oil shipments.
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US banana giant Chiquita fires thousands over Panama strike
President Jose Raul Mulino, whose changes to social security laws prompted the protest, called the strike ‘illegal’.
Villagers navigate the Indio River during a protest against the construction of a reservoir in the river basin in Rio Indio, Colon province, Panama. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
Francisco Troya, a boatman who transports goods in his canoe along the Indio River, looks out at the jungle landscape in the small town of Boca de Uracillo. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
Olegario Cedeno sits at his home in front of a sign that reads "Alternative for the Canal - Bayano Yes - Indio river No" in the small town of Limon, in Cocle province. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
Agustina Delgado and her son Frederid Martinez stand inside their home in the village of Boca de Uracillo, along the banks of the Indio River. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
Hector Martinez at his home in Boca de Uracillo. The Panama Canal authorities are pushing forward a controversial plan to build a reservoir in the Indio River basin, aimed at securing the country's water supply, both for canal operations and for human consumption. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
La Boca de Uracillo, a remote community of about 200 residents nestled along the Indio River in the mountainous region of Cocle province. The plan to build the reservoir faces strong opposition from local communities, who refuse to abandon their homes to make way for the construction. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
Francisco Troya sails his small canoe along the Indio River. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
Villagers took to the Indio River in motorised canoes to protest against the planned dam. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
Work on the reservoir is expected to begin in 2027 and finish by 2032, with an estimated investment of $1.6bn. [Martin Bernetti/AFP]
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‘Camouflaged invasion’: Panama opposition slams security pact with the US
Panama’s opposition speaks out against deal that allows the deployment of US troops in the Central American nation.
From: NewsFeed
Video: Panama-US sign understanding on US troop deployments
The US Defense Secretary said US troop deployments would reduce Chinese influence on control of the Panama Canal.
Published On 10 Apr 2025
Audit finds Hong Kong company breached Panama Canal ports contract
Report comes as US uses claims of Chinese meddling to push for control over strategic waterway.
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Why is China angry about a plan to sell two ports on the Panama Canal?
Beijing’s displeasure over conglomerate’s plans highlights tightening business environment in Hong Kong.
Panama approves embattled ex-President Martinelli’s passage to Nicaragua
Ricardo Martinelli has been convicted of money laundering in his native Panama and sentenced to 10 years in prison.
From: Talk to Al Jazeera
Trump threatens to seize Panama Canal, chief defiant
Ricaurte Vasquez defends Panama’s sovereignty as Trump pledges to reclaim the canal, raising fears of US intervention.
Published On 23 Mar 2025
Pentagon considering military options for Panama Canal access: Report
Officials say US military’s Southern Command exploring multiple options, from working with Panama to military action.
Panama releases 65 detained migrants from US amid criticism
Group of 65 migrants reach Panama City after release from the Darien, a dangerous jungle region near Colombia border.
