Ship capacity in deadweight tonnes transiting through the Panama Canal between September 2024 and January 2025 was 10 percent lower than the 2019-22 average, according to the latest update from BIMCO.

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Panama Canal in focus again; transits down 10%
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Panama Canal in focus again; transits down 10%

U.S. State Department claims govt vessels can now transit Panama Canal without fees; Canal Authority says no such deal.

U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump has asked Panama to stop exorbitant prices and rates of passage for the canal. "The fees being charged by Panama are ridiculous, especially knowing the extraordinary generosity that has been bestowed to Panama by the U.S. This complete “rip-off” of our country will immediately stop.." Trump posted on TruthSocial.

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Trump asks Panama to stop "rip off"
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Trump asks Panama to stop "rip off"

US President-Elect claims rights over Panama Canal; Panamanian President says no compromise on sovereignty.