"We encourage citizens to be informed about our security interests as well as where our elected officials stand, and to communicate with them regularly on these issues." American Defense Council
Since more than 80%of global trade moves by sea and the U.S.moves 95%
of its foreign trade by weight via the world ’s oceans,it is equally obvious that Chinese
naval strategy holds in high regard control of these global chokepoints. See the map....
First, like all sovereigns, Panama possesses the right and power to terminate contracts that contravene its national interests. Accordingly, if PL-5 is seen to harm Panama – i.e., security, environmental, etc. – then Panama has the right to terminate the contract. Second, PL-5 may be vulnerable because the circumstances of its creation may, in fact, have violated Panama’s laws. And, if PPC has violated any of its significant obligations, such as maintenance and repairs...
"China’s Growing Maritime Power - Geopolitical Strategic Assasment"
