Panama commemorates 25th anniversary of Canal amid 'dispute' with Trump: Video
On December 31, 2024, Panama commemorated the 25th anniversary of the historic handover of the Panama Canal from the United States.
This milestone was marked by a poignant ceremony in Panama City, which also served as a tribute to former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who passed away just days before the anniversary.
The anniversary event was filled with patriotic fervour and a deep sense of gratitude towards Carter. Panama's President, José Raúl Mulino, led the ceremony, which included a moment of silence in honour of Carter.
Mulino praised Carter and Torrijos for their vision and courage in negotiating the treaty, describing it as a "road of justice" that ensured the canal's rightful place in Panamanian hands.
The Panama Canal, a crucial waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, was officially transferred to Panama on December 31, 1999. This transfer was the result of the Panama Canal Treaty, signed by President Jimmy Carter and Panamanian leader Omar Torrijos in 1977.
The treaty ended decades of U.S. control over the canal, symbolising a significant step towards Panamanian sovereignty.
