Donald Trump expressed deep dissatisfaction with the fees charged by Panama for using the canal, considering them excessively high. He emphasized the unfair treatment the United States has received, arguing that such costs undermine the contributions made by the US in building the canal. He suggested that if Panama does not lower these fees, it should consider returning control of the canal to the United States, highlighting the historical context of the canal's construction and management.
In his statements, Trump warned against the increasing influence of China in relation to the Panama Canal, stressing that the waterway should not fall into "the wrong hands." He justified this concern by referencing the original intentions behind the canal's construction, which he asserted was meant to benefit both the US and Panama. Additionally, he noted that the canal represents a significant geopolitical asset, and maintaining control and fair usage of it is crucial.
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