Summary
Donald Trump criticized Panama Canal fees as “ridiculous” and demanded lower costs or the canal’s return to the US.
In a Truth Social post, Trump also expressed concern about potential Chinese influence over the waterway, despite no direct Chinese control of canal operations.
The canal, transferred to Panama in 1999, is vital for global trade, handling 5% of maritime traffic.
Trump’s comments follow record revenues of $5 billion announced by the Panama Canal Authority. Panama has not yet responded to his statements.
This one may not be that important, but I would like to remind you that unfortunately the bullshit 'murica does does affect the rest of us.
Yep, i agree. It’s just really tiring to see US news most of the time. This was probably a knee jerk reaction from me. Sorry.