The US wants to build a new canal. 

The US claims that the Panama Canal is under Chinese control. 

Panama is seeking to expand its territory. 

The US is negotiating a trade deal with Panama. 

As a beneficial agreement for both countries. 

 As a "bad deal" that should be revisited. 

As a successful transition of power.

As a historical mistake that should be forgotten.

The Panama Canal is operated by the Panama Canal Authority. 

China has built military bases around the canal.

The US still controls the canal operations. 

Panama has no military forces to defend the canal. 

Panama Canal Authority 

 US Army Corps of Engineers 

Panama Ports Authority

Hutchinson Ports

To allow the US to maintain control over the canal indefinitely. 

To establish military bases in Panama. 

To ensure the canal remains neutral and under Panamanian control. 

To promote tourism in the canal area.