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Rubio calls for Panama to curb Chinese influence near canal

by LAWIN.news February 4, 2025
written by LAWIN.news February 4, 2025
photo credit: AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein/Pool
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PANAMA CITY — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Panama’s president on Sunday to discuss concerns about Chinese influence in the Panama Canal region.

The visit marked Rubio’s first overseas trip as America’s top diplomat, highlighting the significance of the U.S.-Panama relationship.

The talks focused on China’s growing presence in the canal area, a region of strategic geopolitical importance.

The Panama Canal, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, is vital for global trade and has long attracted attention from global powers due to its strategic positioning.

Rubio expressed the U.S. interest in ensuring that the canal remains free from excessive foreign influence, especially from countries seen as competitors.

He emphasized the potential geopolitical implications of Chinese investments and partnerships in the region, warning that they could affect Panama’s sovereignty and the broader interests of the Western Hemisphere.

The meeting was part of a broader diplomatic initiative to address regional security and economic issues with Central American nations.

In recent years, China has increased its involvement in Latin America through infrastructure investments and strategic partnerships, raising concerns among U.S. policymakers about China’s growing influence in the region.

While specific actions were not discussed during the meeting, Rubio’s comments indicated that the U.S. may consider a range of responses, including diplomatic pressure or economic incentives, to influence Panama’s stance on Chinese involvement in the canal area.

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