When Donald Trump built the Trump Ocean Club in Panama, he promised something iconic: a sail-shaped skyscraper with high-end shops, luxury condos, a hotel and a casino. What followed was years of lawsuits, mismanagement, bitter disputes with the owner and a court-ordered removal of the Trump name.
That project is a microcosm of how Trump handles negotiations — not just in real estate, but on the global trade stage. …
Trump’s Panama Ocean Club project is a window into his tariff strategy
April 18, 2025