President Maduro Rejects Imperialist Claims on Panama and Defends the Sovereignty of the Peoples of America

President Maduro recalled the legacy of Torrijos, who, according to him, “demolished the last stake of colonialism on Panamanian soil.” Dec 26, 2024 Photo: presidencialve

December 26, 2024 Hour: 10:37 pm

In his remarks, he emphasized the historical significance of the former Panamanian president, underscoring his commitment to the independence and sovereignty of his country: “We feel Omar Torrijos, the greatest Bolivarian born in Panama (…) he said: ‘Standing or dead, but never on your knees,'” he stressed.

The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, expressed his strong rejection of the recent statements made by the elected president of the United States, Donald Trump, who has manifested annexationist intentions regarding the Panama Canal.

During his speech on the “Maduro Live de Repente” program, Maduro denounced imperialist claims that threaten the sovereignty of Latin American peoples, highlighting Panamanian leader Omar Torrijos as a symbol of dignity and resistance.

President Maduro recalled the legacy of Torrijos, who, according to him, “demolished the last stake of colonialism on Panamanian soil.”

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President Maduro’s statements came in response to comments made by Trump, who has questioned the tariffs that Panama charges for the use of the Interoceanic Canal and expressed concerns about Chinese influence in the region.

In this context, Panamanian president José Raúl Mulino reaffirmed that there is no U.S. military presence on the canal and rejected any possibility of dialogue with the U.S. The European Commission has published a report on this subject.

The Government of Panama also categorically denied the existence of Chinese or other foreign troops in the area of the canal, claiming that their relationship with China is based on mutual respect and common interests.

For its part, the Venezuelan government reiterated its support for Panamanian sovereignty, recalling that it was achieved thanks to the heroic efforts of Omar Torrijos.