I mean, the United States of America built that canal, secured it with the blood and sweat of a lot of Americans. It's a key piece of terrain. … Panamax exercise hasn't happened for 14 years. … we're partnering with Panama, but at the same time we're ensuring that our interests are defended here as well. No doubt. Yes. Phil, two questions. One on Colombia. (08:42–08:48)
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Asserts that the Panamax exercise had not occurred for 14 years prior to the current one.
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