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The implications of the Panama Canal's decline are significant. If it were to close, global shipping would face severe challenges. Companies would have to divert vessels to longer and potentially more dangerous routes, such as around the southern tip of South America or to the Suez Canal. This would undoubtedly lead to longer delivery times, higher shipping costs, and an increased environmental footprint.
Musk emphasizes that the geopolitical landscape may shift significantly if nations begin to vie for control over alternative trade routes, marking a new chapter in global commerce.