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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.

The Conversation

US-Panama relationship was ‘very strong’. Then Trump upended the diplomatic playing board

US had made inroads against Chinese influence in Panama, but Trump’s demands could help Beijing expand its regional power

The Guardian - US

How Putin, Xi and now Trump are ushering in a new imperial age

Over the past few weeks the new US president, Donald Trump, has repeatedly claimed that the United States should “take back” the Panama Canal and that it should assume control of Greenland – one way or another. He has talked of Canada becoming America’s 51st state and now he even…

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Rubio's Central America Trip: Immigration, China, And Policy Upheaval

Explore U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's Central America tour focusing on immigration, counternarcotics, and curbing Chinese influence amidst challeng...

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Panama Denies Free Transit Deal For US Warships

Panama refutes U.S. claim of fee exemption for warships in Panama Canal, citing legal constraints and constitutional provisions.

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Marco Rubio forced into embarrassing walk back on Panama Canal claim

Marco Rubio claimed Panama had agreed to stop charging US vessels transiting through the canal

The Independent UK

China lashes out at US ‘coercion’ after Panama declines to renew agreement

China lashed out at what it called U.S. ‘coercion’ after Panama declined to renew a key infrastructure agreement with Beijing

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US Secretary Of State Clarifies Panama Canal Fee Situation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarifies US government vessel fees for Panama Canal transit, emphasizing respect for Panama's laws and procedures.

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'Intolerable' US Claim Sparks New Row Over Panama Canal

Panama on Thursday rejected the United States' claim of securing free passage for its government vessels through the Panama Canal, while bowing to US pressure to quit a key Chinese project.

International Business Times

Panama Rejects US Claim Of Free Canal Passage Agreement

President Mulino of Panama challenges US claim of waived fees for canal transit, highlighting discrepancies in statements.

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Panama accuses US of peddling ‘intolerable falsehood’ about canal

President José Raúl Mulino denies making a deal that US ships can transit the canal free of charge

The Guardian - US

Rubio Debuts As Personable, Bilingual Face Of 'America First'

Making his debut as the top US diplomat, Marco Rubio has conducted most business entirely in Spanish, forging quick bonds with Latin American leaders.

International Business Times

Panama Says US Claims It Can Use Canal For Free Are False

The State Department said U.S. government vessels would no longer be charged for using the canal, which Trump has threatened to take back.

International Business Times

Trump Administration Seizes Second Venezuelan Plane In Dominican Republic

Trump administration to seize second Maduro-linked plane in the Dominican Republic, while Panama waives transit fees for U.S. warships in the Panama Canal.

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International Business Times

US Claims Free Passage Through Panama Canal

The United States said Wednesday that its government vessels would sail for free through the Panama Canal following heavy pressure from President Donald Trump, but authorities at the waterway swiftly issued a denial.

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Panama Eliminates Charge Fees For U.S. Government Vessels

Recent U.S.-Panama relations development: waiving fees for U.S. vessels in Panama Canal, concerns over Chinese influence, proposal to repurchase the canal,...

International Business Times

US Government Vessels To Sail Free Through Panama Canal: State Dept

The United States said Wednesday that its government vessels would be allowed to sail for free through the Panama Canal, following heavy pressure from President Donald Trump.

Latin Times

Panama Considers Withdrawing from Port Deal with Hong Kong Firm After Trump's Canal Offensive

The decision could reshape economic ties in the region as U.S.-China tensions escalate.

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Sports Illustrated

Fan Gets the Better of Lionel Messi's Famous Bodyguard in Panama

Lionel Messi's bodyguard was sent flying through the air by a pitch invader during Inter Miami's latest preseason game.

The Guardian - US

Panama court is asked to cancel Hong Kong firm’s contract to run canal ports

Complaint by local lawyers to supreme court follows US demands to reduce China’s alleged influence on waterway

Latin Times

Panama Lawsuit Requests Axing Hong Kong Firm's Canal Concession

Panama Ports Company -- a CK Hutchison Holdings subsidiary -- currently manages the ports of Cristobal on the canal's Atlantic side and Balboa on the Pacific side.

The Independent UK

Jon Stewart lambasts Trump’s trade war with Canada: ‘We used to fight Nazis’

‘We’re picking a fight with our most reliable and pleasant friend? The labradoodle of allies?’ joked Stewart

The Guardian - AU

Rubio welcomes Panama’s move to exit Chinese infrastructure plan as ‘great step forward’

News comes after US secretary of state visited Panama to pressure the country over its ties with Beijing

Reason

Lawmakers Back Trump's Push To Regain Control of the Panama Canal

Retaking the canal won’t protect national security.

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US And Panama Discuss Canal Control Amid China Dispute

Tensions rise as US and Panama navigate diplomatic challenges over the Panama Canal and China's Belt and Road Initiative.

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