Former German administrator of the Panama Canal, Zubieta, asserted that the Canal’s constitutional title shields it from detrimental partisan politics. He made these statements during the inauguration of Ilya Espino de Marotta as the new Canal administrator. The event coincided with the 49th anniversary of the signing of the Torrijos-Carter Treaties. Zubieta’s comments suggest concerns about potential political meddling in the Canal’s operations. The treaties, signed between Panama and the United States, established the framework for the transfer of the Canal’s administration to Panama. The inauguration and anniversary serve as a reminder of the Canal’s historical significance and ongoing importance to Panama. Espino de Marotta now leads the administration following Zubieta's tenure.