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First Woman Leads Panama Canal | Monroe Louisiana News
Ilya Espino de Marotta has made history as the first woman to lead the Panama Canal, stepping into a pivotal role at a critical moment for global trade. With her proven track record from the canal’s massive expansion, she now faces the urgent challenge of building a $1.5 billion reservoir on the Indio River — essential for securing water for both canal operations and millions of Panamanians amid El Niño-induced drought. As the canal moves through a period of reduced capacity, Espino vows to keep it running efficiently, neutrally, and transparently over her seven-year term, ensuring its…
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