The nation’s new president will spend more time and energy managing his core supporters than dealing with his political opponents.
Trump scored early as Panama is realigning with Washington. Convincing others to leave Beijing’s orbit may be more challenging.
An overview of what Trump's arrival has meant for Latin America and how governments in the region are reacting to him
"Se pueden ver dos tendencias que van en aumento y no sabemos en qué punto coincidirán al final", dijo Eric Farnsworth de AS/COA a BBC News Mundo.
Initial actions by the White House, such as cutting USAID programs, undermine the country’s struggling opposition.
The reform raises mandatory contributions and improves women’s benefits, while carrying a high fiscal cost.
An overview of Panama's historical ties to the U.S. and where the crisis might be headed next.