During his inaugural address, US President Donald Trump threatened to “take back” the Panama Canal. Built in the early 20th century, the waterway is a major maritime trade route. The United States relinquished control in 1999 in a deal that forced the operator to charge the planes fairly. We will take a closer look at the economy behind the canal. Also, Donald Trump is promising a significant shift in US trade policy with tariffs. But do these taxes protect domestic jobs and people?
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