Trump has repeatedly suggested the U.S. should demand the return of the Panama Canal if Panama does not reduce the fees it charges American ships. He has also freq

President Donald Trump reiterated his vow to “take back” the Panama Canal on Sunday, warning of “powerful” US action in an escalating diplomatic dispute with the Central American country over China’s presence around the vital waterway.

President Donald Trump is once again looking south to the Panama Canal, vowing Sunday to take it back even if it means using “powerful” US action to accomplish his goals. But why does he want it?

President José Mulino said Panama's sovereignty over the world's second busiest waterway is not up for discussion.

Panama signed a memo of understanding with China’s Belt and Road global development project that comes up for renewal every three years.

Panama's José Raúl Mulino announced that his country would not renew its agreement with China's Belt and Road Initiative following a visit from Secretary of State Marco Rubio.