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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

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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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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,...

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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.

International Business 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.

Latin Times

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.

Sports Illustrated

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

The Guardian - US

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.

Latin Times

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

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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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Secretary Of State Rubio Focuses On Immigration In Panama

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio witnesses deportation flight in Panama, emphasizing deterrence efforts and collaboration in addressing illegal migration.

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Secretary Of State Marco Rubio Focuses On Central America

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's trip to Central America addresses immigration, drug trafficking, and Panama Canal control amidst regional resistance.

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US Warns Panama Over Chinese Influence In Canal Area

Secretary of State Rubio warns Panama about Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, emphasizing U.S. concerns and potential measures.

Latin Times

US Says Its Navy Ships Will Have Free Passage Through The Panama Canal After Marco Rubio's Visit

The canal authority said it will "optimize transit priority" of such ships through the waterway.

Latin Times

Panama Says It Won't Renew 'Belt And Road' Memorandum With China After Marco Rubio Visit

The Panamanian government had signed the agreement in 2017. Rubio had told President Mulino to reduce Chinese influence around the canal or face consequences

Latin Times

Rubio Lays Down Ultimatum To Panama Over Canal

On his first trip overseas as the top US diplomat, Rubio took a guided tour of the canal accompanied by its Panamanian administrator as a South Korean-affiliated oil tanker and Marshall Islands-flagged cargo ship passed through the vital link between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

International Business Times

CK Hutchison: The Hong Kong Firm Behind Panama Port Operators

A sprawling business empire built by Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing is caught in the crossfire as the extent of Chinese influence over the Panama Canal is debated.

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio issues Panama ultimatum over 'Chinese influence' on canal

Panama’s president says sovereignty over canal not up for debate but suggests review of agreements with Chinese companies

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