Or. Panamas ringing denunciation of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan earlier this year. followed by the Panamanian decision to join the United States call for a boycott of the Olympic games. More recently. there was Panamas determination to act in consonance with the U.S. effort to control the influx of Cuban refugees by prohibiting vessels registered under the Panamanian flag from participating in the boatlift from Mariel Harbor. It is obvious that these are not insignificant developments. And it should be understood by all Americans that the Panama Canal agreements have been beneficial not only in terms of providing for the smooth. ongoing operation. maintenance and defense of the canal itself. but also in terms of providing some considerable diplomatic dividends.
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