The investment firm BlackRock is carrying out an ambitious plan to increase its presence in international trade, seeking to establish operations in the Panama Canal. BlackRock's CEO, Larry Fink, has expressed to the Mexican government his interest in participating in the Interoceanic Corridor in several meetings.
Recently, it was revealed in the U.S. press that BlackRock led a consortium to acquire majority stakes in ports on either side of the Panama Canal, in a deal valued at $23 billion with the conglomerate CK Hutchison. This transaction was reported to the Trump administration, which has expressed interest in regaining control of infrastructure in the hands of the Panamanian government.
Despite the political controversy surrounding the Canal, investors have emphasized that this operation is of a "purely commercial" nature, seeking to dissociate from political implications. BlackRock is also interested in expanding its infrastructure projects to Mexico, showing interest in participating in the Isthmus Corridor being developed by the government.
BlackRock, through its infrastructure branch, Panama Ports, has acquired a 90% stake in the company that operates ports in Panama. The company's interest in international projects of this magnitude demonstrates its commitment to the expansion and diversification of its operations globally.
