Panama Hopes Hegseth Visit Turns Page and Ends Trump Pressure
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 09 2025
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Source: WSJ
U.S. Defense Secretary's Visit: During a high-level visit to Panama, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth secured new commitments from the country, raising questions among Panamanian officials about whether these would satisfy President Trump's demands regarding the canal.
Impact on U.S.-Panama Relations: The agreements and concessions made during the two-day visit are typically seen as a positive development in U.S.-Panama relations, but concerns linger about their adequacy in addressing Trump’s aggressive stance.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
