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A crucial trade route, disrupted by climate change
Jul 31, 2023

A crucial trade route, disrupted by climate change

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The lock system that moves ships through the Panama Canal requires huge amounts of water. Climate change-driven drought will complicate things. Plus, part one of "Barriers to Entry," our series why people are leaving Latin America.

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Panama Canal faces uncertain future because of climate change, drought

by Ali Budner
Jul 31, 2023
Six percent of all global trade passes through the canal’s 50-mile stretch of water. New passage restrictions could particularly harm the U.S. economy — since it's the nation that uses the trade route most.
Above, a ship navigates the Panama Canal in Panama City. The canal authority puts restrictions on shipping companies when there’s not enough water.
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