686 Background: The United States has always had fundamental interest in protecting maritime approaches to its land, including those from the Caribbean Sea. Securing and completing the Panama Canal was instrumental in that regard. It’s still strategically invaluable, so the security of Panama itself is equally important to U.S. interests. What Happened: The United States and […] This article is for subscribers only. Already a subscriber? Please login to continue reading Login Subscribe to Geopolitical Futures today and get: Unbiased analysis of global events Daily geopolitical briefing Join our free newsletterJoin Now Learn more about geopolitics and receive free articles.