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Pentagon says US will help Panama take back canal from Chinese influence

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 9 April 2025 ()
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited Panama. He promised collaboration to curb China's influence on the Panama Canal. Hegseth's visit marks growing US concerns about Chinese projects in the region. Former President Trump suggested military force to reclaim the canal. President Jose Raul Mulino supports US efforts. He pulled Panama out of China's Belt and Road Initiative.
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News video: Panama LIVE: Pete Hegseth vows to ‘take back’ Panama Canal from ‘China’s influence’ | U.S China War?

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, during a visit to Panama, vowed to "take back" the Panama Canal from what he called China's growing influence. Speaking alongside Panamanian officials, he promised stronger U.S.-Panama security ties.China has been accused of using commercial ties for espionage....

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