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Rubio Chooses Central America For First Trip Amid Panama Canal Pressure

Marco Rubio will pay his first trip as US secretary of state to Central American nations including Panama, where President Donald Trump has threatened to seize the Panama Canal, a spokeswoman said Thursday.

International Business Times · Jan 23, 2025

Secretary Of State Marco Rubio To Visit Central America

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's inaugural trip to Central America focuses on migration, economic issues, and the Panama Canal, reflecting US foreign polic...

Republican Senators Push Panama to Cut Ties with China As Trump Vows To Take Back The Canal

The nonbinding resolution comes amid concerns from Trump and his allies about China's expanding influence in Latin America.

Latin Times · Jan 23, 2025

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Trump says China is ‘operating’ the Panama canal – here are the facts

The US president has singled out China during his complaints about the Panama canal – so what influence does Beijing have?

The Guardian - AU · Jan 23, 2025

Does China Control The Panama Canal, As Trump Claims?

US President Donald Trump's threat to seize the Panama Canal over alleged undue Chinese influence may really be aimed at limiting Beijing's growing diplomatic and economic presence in Latin America, experts say.

International Business Times · Jan 22, 2025

Panama President Refutes Trump's Claims On Panama Canal

Panama's President refutes Trump's claims about the Panama Canal, highlighting its historical significance and the country's commitment to its efficient ma...

Panama and China push back against Trump’s canal threats

Panama’s president insists canal ‘was not a gift’ from the US; China declares it does not interfere.

Al Jazeera · Jan 22, 2025

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Panama, familiar with US intervention, bristles at Trump's comments on canal

President Donald Trump’s insistence that he wants to have the Panama Canal back under U.S. control is feeding nationalist sentiment and worry in Panama, home to the critical trade route and a country familiar with U.S. military intervention

The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2025

Panama Complains To UN Over Trump Canal Threat, Starts Audit

Panama has complained to the United Nations over US President Donald Trump's "worrying" threat to seize the Panama Canal, even as it launched an audit of the Hong Kong-linked operator of two ports on the interoceanic waterway.

International Business Times · Jan 22, 2025

Trump's Threat To Reclaim Panama Canal Raises Global Concerns

President Trump's proposal to reclaim the Panama Canal faces challenges due to its strategic importance and potential consequences.

Can Trump really take over the Panama Canal, rename the Gulf of Mexico?

Trump repeated his desire to do so in his inaugural address on Monday. But it would not be easy.

Al Jazeera · Jan 21, 2025

Panama Asserts Control Over Panama Canal Amid U.S. Concerns

President Trump's remarks on the Panama Canal stir nationalist sentiment and concerns in Panama, highlighting the country's sovereignty and historical context.

Fact check: Was Trump truthful in his inauguration day speeches?

Trump targeted the Panama Canal and undocumented migrants, repeating old claims and making new ones. We fact check them.

Al Jazeera · Jan 21, 2025

Panamanian President Rejects Trump's Vow To Take Back Panama Canal: 'It Is And Will Continue To Be Panama´s'

"China is using the Panama Canal and we did not give it to China. We gave it to Panama. And we will get it back," Trump said during his inauguration

Latin Times · Jan 20, 2025

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The Guardian - US · Jan 20, 2025

Trump claims to be ‘peacemaker’ as he vows to ‘take back’ Panama canal

Desire to be ‘unifier’ rubs up against 47th US president’s ambitions for territorial expansion

International Business Times · Jan 20, 2025

Trump Vows US 'Taking Back' Panama Canal Despite 'Peacemaker' Pledge

President Donald Trump on Monday cast himself as a peacemaker in his second inaugural address, but immediately vowed that the United States would be "taking back" the Panama Canal.

Panama President Rejects Trump's Claim On Panama Canal Ownership

Panama's President refutes Trump's claims about the Panama Canal, emphasizing sovereignty and neutrality.

Roll Call · Jan 20, 2025

Trump renews threat to take back Panama Canal - Roll Call

President Donald Trump used his inaugural address to repeat his threat to take back the Panama Canal over possible China influence.

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Latin Times · Jan 20, 2025

Trump Vows to Take Back Panama Canal During Inaugural Address

"China is controlling the Panama Canal," said Trump. " And we didn't give it to China, we gave it to Panama, so we're taking it back"

President Trump Accuses Panama Of Treaty Violations

President Trump accuses Panama of treaty violations regarding Panama Canal operations, raising concerns about trade and military implications.

Latin Times · Jan 19, 2025

A Look At The Most Urgent Issues Marco Rubio Would Address In The Americas As Secretary Of State

Greenland, Canada, the Panama Canal, Venezuela, and Cuba will likely consume his agenda should he be confirmed in the post

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2025

Badenoch claims Trump ‘will be a force for good in the world’ as UK braces for possible tariff war

President-elect has recently ramped up threats over his desire for the US to gain control of Greenland and the Panama Canal

The Conversation · Jan 17, 2025

Trump signals he will start pushing for a new world order in first 100 days

Donald Trump’s return to the White House on January 20 2025 is widely seen as ushering in a period of significant upheaval for US foreign policy, and a change in the way diplomacy is done.

Latin Times · Jan 16, 2025

Trump's Rhetoric On The Panama Canal Could Advance U.S. Interests, But It Could Also Backfire

Analysts believe takeover comments could be aimed at getting lower fees, but they could also push Panama to embrace China

Sen. Rubio Raises Concerns Over Chinese Influence In Panama Canal

Senator Rubio raises concerns about Chinese influence on the Panama Canal and potential security risks.

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