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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 ...
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 ...
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Hegseth Says China Threatens the Panama Canal, Drawing Fiery Response From Beijing
PANAMA CITY — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday the Panama Canal faces ongoing threats from China but that ...
Hegseth rebuffs China’s influence at Panama Canal
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Hegseth is to travel to Panama for meetings following Trump's demands for the canal
Panama’s government has denied Trump's assertion that China exerts influence over the canal. Sean Parnell, chief Pentagon spokesman, said Friday that Hegseth will participate in the 2025 Central ...