VOICED : Panama: crisis del Canal afectaria miles

The video discusses the halt in the Panama Canal expansion, which threatens the country's economy and jobs. The construction company, Grupos Unidos por el Canal, demands $1.6 billion for cost overruns, while the Canal authority considers contract cancellation to ensure the Canal's operation by 2015. The expansion, started in 2009, was to be completed in 2014 for the Canal's centennial. The Canal is crucial for global trade, with major clients like the US and China. Currently, the construction site is inactive, contrasting with its previous bustling activity.

What is the main reason for the halt in the Panama Canal expansion project?

• Lack of construction materials

• Demand for additional funds due to cost overruns

• Natural disasters

• Labor strikes

What action is the Panama Canal Authority willing to take to ensure the canal's operation by 2015?

• Extend the project deadline

• Hire more workers

• Cancel the contract

• Increase the project budget

When did the Panama Canal expansion project begin?

• 2011

• 2007

• 2005

• 2009

What percentage of global trade passes through the Panama Canal?

• 2%

• 5%

• 15%

• 10%

How does the current state of the construction site compare to two months ago?

• It has more workers

• It is quieter and inactive

• It is ahead of schedule

• It is more active now