The Isthmus of Panama has historically been a crucial point in the discovery and commercial development in America, playing a fundamental role in the evolution of the United States and its influence on international trade. However, the Panamanian oligarchy has focused more on Trump's rhetoric than on addressing the issue of global hegemony and the strategic role of the Panama Canal.
According to Antonio Saldaña, a lawyer and political analyst, U.S. imperialist policy, especially in relation to China, has generated confusion in Panama. The corrupt plutocracy and media controlled by economic power have vainly tried to rationalize Trump's statements, leading to a lack of meaningful debate about the historical and future role of Panama in global transit.
The strategy of combating Trump's lies to defend Panama's manifest destiny is considered misguided by Saldaña, as the real challenge lies in opposing U.S. imperialist policy. Saldaña's proposal is to promote national unity and international solidarity through the creation of a democratic body that defends sovereignty and the Panama Canal, called the NATIONAL UNION FOR THE DEFENSE OF SOVEREIGNTY AND THE CANAL (UNADESOC).
In summary, to confront the existential crisis generated by U.S. imperialism, Saldaña advocates for building a foundation of national unity and international solidarity, rather than focusing on debunking Trump's erroneous rhetoric. The key for Panama lies in embracing the defense of its sovereignty and developing collective strategies to address current geopolitical challenges.
