Panama Canal power play: Donald Trump pushes back against China’s rising role
Thursday, 26 December 2024 US President-elect Donald Trump has raised concerns about China's expanding influence in the Panama Canal region, criticizing high fees and suggesting a return to US control. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino emphasized Panama's sovereignty. China's investments in Panama’s ports and infrastructure further highlight the strategic US-China rivalry over this critical global trade artery.
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