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The Panama Canal: A Strategic Asset Caught in Global Tensions
The Panama Canal, an engineering marvel stretching 82 kilometers, has drastically transformed global maritime trade since its completion in 1914. This crucial waterway connects the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean, allowing for the swift movement of goods while bypassing the perilous journey around South America's Cape Horn. However, recent geopolitical tensions, particularly with the increasing influence of China, have raised serious concerns about the canal's future and its implications for global trade and security.