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China, Trump and Panama

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.

StringersHub on MSN · 13h

Panama: Panama "will not" break ties with China despite US pressure on the canal

Panama City, Panama - February 06, 2025 Panama's President, José Raúl Mulino, stressed Thursday that he “will not” break diplomatic relations with China despite threats by US President Donald Trump to “take back” the Canal because of alleged Chinese influence on the interoceanic waterway.

TAG24 NEWS on MSN · 1d

Trump administration claims free passage through Panama Canal – but what does Panama say?

The US said Wednesday that its government vessels would sail for free through the Panama Canal, but authorities at the waterway swiftly issued a denial.

Hong Kong, Panama

The New York Times · 14h

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 threat to U.S. security.

Bloomberg on MSN · 26m

Hong Kong Gets Swept Up in Trump’s Trade War With China

Donald Trump’s new trade war is further blurring the lines between Hong Kong and Beijing, threatening to erode the city’s main selling point as a global financial hub.

Yen on MSN · 2d

Panama lawsuit requests axing Hong Kong firm's canal concession

Two Panamanian lawyers filed a complaint Monday to cancel the concession of a Hong Kong-based company for operating two ports on the Panama Canal, following US President Donald Trump's threats to seize the vital waterway.

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In walking back U.S. claim, Rubio says they have 'expectations' not to be charged at Panama Canal

Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday said it was "absurd" that Panama charges U.S. government ships to use its canal.

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Why The Panama Canal Is At The Center Of A U.S.-China Power Struggle

The Trump administration is taking proactive measures to regain control over the Panama Canal and reduce Chinese influence at ...

Sourcing Journal on MSN1d

Panama Reportedly Rethinking Deal with Canal-Adjacent Port Operator

As pressure from President Trump mounts over alleged Chinese influence over the waterway, the government may cancel its ...

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China believes Panama will provide fair environment for companies, including those from HKSAR: Chinese FM

VCG. Recently, the US has made irresponsible remarks on the Panama Canal issue, and intentionally distorted, attacked and mis ...

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‘Not be influenced by external interference’: China cautions Panama as Donald Trump pressures on canal deal

China’s presence in Hong Kong has grown significantly in recent years, raising concerns among US officials over Beijing’s ...

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