A Tale of Two Canals

The history of U.S. engagement in global commerce is intricately intertwined with the Panama Canal. China, through a private investment partnership, has made plans to construct a similar canal through Nicaragua. Though the countries own politics will determine its viability, environmental and funding issues may derail it sooner.

Eric Farnsworth, VP, Council of Americas and Americas Society via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/1Sos4ek