41.   A high-ranking Panamanian official said Monday that Washington wanted to hold on to two military bases and a communications complex.

42.   Panamanian officials have floated several possible ideas for the future of the bases including high-tech assembly and industrial centers, and an international university.

43.   Panamanian officials said members have failed to pay their dues over the last year since the rift developed over the new EU quota system.

44.   Panamanian officials said Cedras was expected to take up permanent residence in Taboga or Contadora, two popular tourist centers off the Pacific coast.