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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.

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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.

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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.

International Business Times

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

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio Tells Panama It Must Reduce Chinese Influence Around Canal Or Face Consequences

Senator Marco Rubio urged Panama to reduce China's growing influence over the Panama Canal, warning of potential consequences if the country does not take action.

International Business Times

Marco Rubio Tells Panama It Must Reduce Chinese Influence Around Canal or Face Consequences

Senator Marco Rubio urged Panama to reduce China's growing influence over the Panama Canal, warning of potential consequences if the country does not take action.

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Rubio Meets Panama Leader On Trump Demands For Canal

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio entered talks Sunday with Panama's leader to press President Donald Trump's demand that the United States take back control of the Panama Canal.

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Panama’s Mulino meets US Secretary of State Rubio after Trump canal threat

The US secretary of state follows up on President Donald Trump’s extraordinary threat to seize the Panama Canal.

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Marco Rubio's First Foreign Trip as Secretary of State to Focus on Countering China in Panama

The visit follows Trump's pledge to "take back" the Panama Canal, as China's growing influence in Latin America sparks concerns among Republican leaders.

Latin Times

Rubio To Make Debut In Panama As Trump Threatens To Take Canal

Marco Rubio heads Saturday to Panama on his debut trip abroad as US secretary of state as he looks for how to follow up on President Donald Trump's extraordinary threat to seize the Panama Canal.

International Business Times

Marco Rubio Says He Wil Discuss Control of The Panama Canal In His Visit Even If The President Doesn't Want To

Jose Raul Mulino said he won't discuss control of the canal during the secretary of state's visit. Rubio, in contrast, said "we're going to address that topic."

Latin Times

Panama Asserts Ownership Of Panama Canal, Rejects Negotiation With US

Panama President reaffirms ownership of Panama Canal, emphasizing shared interests with the U.S. amid past concerns. Diplomatic engagement crucial for regi...

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Rubio Highlights National Security Concerns Over Greenland And Panama Canal

Secretary of State Rubio discusses US national security interests in Greenland and Panama Canal amidst growing Chinese influence in the Arctic and Latin Am...

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Trump Accuses Panama of Hiding Evidence That China Controls Panama Canal, Claims Most of its Signs Are in Mandarin

The accusation takes place during the same week that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit the country in his first international trip since assuming the role

International Business Times

Rubio Chooses Central America For First Trip Amid Panama Canal Pressure

Marco Rubio will pay his first trip as US secretary of state to Central American nations including Panama, where President Donald Trump has threatened to seize the Panama Canal, a spokeswoman said Thursday.

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Secretary Of State Marco Rubio To Visit Central America

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's inaugural trip to Central America focuses on migration, economic issues, and the Panama Canal, reflecting US foreign polic...

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Republican Senators Push Panama to Cut Ties with China As Trump Vows To Take Back The Canal

The nonbinding resolution comes amid concerns from Trump and his allies about China's expanding influence in Latin America.

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Trump says China is ‘operating’ the Panama canal – here are the facts

The US president has singled out China during his complaints about the Panama canal – so what influence does Beijing have?

International Business Times

Does China Control The Panama Canal, As Trump Claims?

US President Donald Trump's threat to seize the Panama Canal over alleged undue Chinese influence may really be aimed at limiting Beijing's growing diplomatic and economic presence in Latin America, experts say.

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Panama President Refutes Trump's Claims On Panama Canal

Panama's President refutes Trump's claims about the Panama Canal, highlighting its historical significance and the country's commitment to its efficient ma...

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Panama and China push back against Trump’s canal threats

Panama’s president insists canal ‘was not a gift’ from the US; China declares it does not interfere.

The Independent UK

Panama, familiar with US intervention, bristles at Trump's comments on canal

President Donald Trump’s insistence that he wants to have the Panama Canal back under U.S. control is feeding nationalist sentiment and worry in Panama, home to the critical trade route and a country familiar with U.S. military intervention

International Business Times

Panama Complains To UN Over Trump Canal Threat, Starts Audit

Panama has complained to the United Nations over US President Donald Trump's "worrying" threat to seize the Panama Canal, even as it launched an audit of the Hong Kong-linked operator of two ports on the interoceanic waterway.

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Trump's Threat To Reclaim Panama Canal Raises Global Concerns

President Trump's proposal to reclaim the Panama Canal faces challenges due to its strategic importance and potential consequences.

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