During his confirmation hearing to become the U.S. ambassador to Panama, Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kevin Cabrera faced minimal scrutiny and largely praised Panama’s efforts in combating cocaine smuggling. He took the opportunity to highlight concerns regarding Chinese capital investments aimed at enhancing intelligence capabilities in the region. Cabrera, a Trump supporter who has served as a lobbyist, spoke about the importance of national security in overseeing local infrastructure projects. The hearing, occurring with a focus on other nominees, positioned Cabrera to succeed in this state department role with limited contention.
Cabrera emphasized the need for safeguarding national security in Panama, citing concerns about Chinese influence and the implications of foreign investments in crucial infrastructure.
He expressed his gratitude for Panama’s cooperation in combating drug trafficking and highlighted Trump's focus on Central American geopolitics during his testimony.
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