President-elect Donald J. Trump appointed Kevin Marino Cabrera, a Florida county commissioner and Trump supporter, as the ambassador to Panama amid concerns about the U.S. relationship with the Panama Canal.
Mr. Trump has expressed intentions to assert greater control over the Panama Canal, accusing Panama of overcharging for the canal's use and hinting at a potential demand for its return.
Kevin Marino Cabrera's experience as Miami-Dade County's vice chairman of the International Trade Consortium and his involvement in the Republican Party positions him well to represent U.S. interests in Panama.
The Panama Canal, crucial for global shipping, was controlled by the U.S. from 1914 until its handover to Panama in 1999, raising Trump's concerns about its security, especially regarding China's influence.
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