The handover of the Panama Canal
This article is a summary of reporting by BBC News. Originally published December 1, 2024.
In this BBC Witness History retrospective, key figures reflect on the momentous handover that occurred at the end of December 1999. Former canal administrator Alberto Alemán Zubieta recounts the logistical, political, and symbolic significance of transitioning the waterway from American rule to Panamanian stewardship. The program highlights the national sentiment and administrative challenges that accompanied the end of almost a century of U.S. presence.
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A retrospective look at the historic December 1999 ceremony where Panama officially assumed sovereignty over the canal.
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