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Trump says China ‘operates’ the Panama Canal – how deep are Beijing’s ties to the key waterway?

Donald Trump has begun his second term as president by ramping up pressure on Panama – threatening to “take back” the Panama Canal and accusing the country of ceding control of the strategically critical waterway to a US rival: China.

Christian Science Monitor · 3d

Panama Canal and Trump: How much influence does China really have?

President Trump is wrong when he says China controls the Panama Canal. But the U.S. rival does have influence there, and the administration is moving to counter it.

The Diplomat · 3d

Beyond the Canal: The Real Risk of China’s Engagement in Panama

China’s combination of presence, influence, and compromising relationships within Panama’s elite gives it numerous opportunities to exploit. The solution is transparency and good governance.

China 'regrets' Panama's Belt and Road withdrawal

China protests over Panama's withdrawal from Belt and Road Initiative

China has summoned the Panamanian ambassador to complain about the country's decision to pull out of the Belt and Road Initiative. Assistant foreign minister Zhao Zhiyuan said on Friday that Beijing "deeply" regretted the decision,

The Conversation · 1d

US pressure has forced Panama to quit China’s Belt and Road Initiative – it could set the pattern for further superpower clashes

Following Donald Trump’s repeated claims that the US needs to “ take back ” the Panama canal from Chinese control, the US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, visited Panama to demand the country reduce China’s influence. On the surface, it seems Rubio has succeeded.

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Panama formally exits China’s Belt and Road Initiative as US claims ‘victory’ in decision

Panamanian leader questions intention of those who signed 2017 deal and addresses concerns about Beijing's investment in Panama Canal Panama has officially informed Beijing of its decision to withdraw from China's massive infrastructure and investment project,

CNN on MSN8d

Does a ‘foreign power’ threaten the Panama Canal? Here’s what you need to know

Secretary of State Marco Rubio embarks soon on his inaugural trip as the United States’ top diplomat. His first stop, Panama ...

Intellinews on MSN2d

Panama rebuffs US claim of free canal transit and cuts China ties

By Frankie Mills Panama has strongly rejected US claims about securing free passage for government vessels through the Panama ...

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Trump, the Panama Canal and the Hong Kong Firm at the Heart of a Showdown

The canal’s two biggest ports are operated by a Hong Kong company with global reach. The Trump administration sees a Chinese ...

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China’s influence on Panama Canal poses ‘acute risks to US national security,’ Sen. Cruz warns

China's influence on the Panama Canal is a major risk to U.S. national security, Sen. Ted Cruz told lawmakers during a Senate ...

RBC Ukraine on MSN2d

Panama cancels canal transit fees for US government vessels - State Department

The government of Panama has agreed to waive financial fees for vessels owned by the US government for transit through the ...

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Secretary Rubio Hails Panama Canal Visit After Calling for ‘Immediate Changes’

Amid pressures from President Trump, Panama will “optimize transit priority” of U.S. Navy ships and will not renew its ...

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