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Mapped: Global Ports China Could Lose to US After Panama Deal
Hong Kong company CK Hutchison's $22.8 billion deal to sell dozens of ports was originally to be inked on April 2.
US-China rivalry over Panama Canal sparks tensions, leaving Panama caught in war of words
Panama promotes itself “as the bridge of the world, heart of the universe” but lately the narrow Central American Isthmus and ...
Panama says US has recognized Panamanian control over canal
Panama says the U.S. government has recognized the country’s sovereignty over the Panama Canal, but it’s unclear if ...
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US and Panama come to agreement giving fast pass through canal
The United States and Panama signed an agreement strengthening the military relationship between both countries in the face of China‘s perceived influence in the country. Secretary of Defense ...
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Panama deal allows US to deploy troops to canal, but no permanent bases
A cargo ship transits through the Panama Canal's Cocolí Locks in Panama City, Panama, on February 21, 2025. MARTIN BERNETTI / AFP US troops will be able to deploy a string of bases along the ...
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US, Panama ‘taking back’ canal from ‘China's influence,’ says Hegseth
"To this end, the United States and Panama have done more in recent weeks to strengthen our defense and security cooperation than we have in decades. "Together we will take back the Panama ...
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US recognizes Panama's sovereignty over canal, Panama says after talks
Trump has complained that handing over the canal was a bad deal for the United States. While Hegseth spoke about working with Panama to remove "malign" Chinese influence, Trump has spoken in ...
Hegseth tries carrot, not stick, on Panama
The Defense secretary promoted working with 'like-minded allies and partners' after Trump repeatedly threatened to take over ...