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Trump National Security Advisor Doesn't Think Trump Has 'Any Plans to Invade Canada'

In an NBC News "Meet the Press" interview, president Donald Trump's national security adviser Michael "Mike" Waltz dismissed reports that the president planned to invade or annex Canada.

Latin Times · Feb 9, 2025

How Putin, Xi and now Trump are ushering in a new imperial age

Over the past few weeks the new US president, Donald Trump, has repeatedly claimed that the United States should “take back” the Panama Canal and that it should assume control of Greenland – one way or another. He has talked of Canada becoming America’s 51st state and now he even…

The Conversation · Feb 7, 2025

China lashes out at US ‘coercion’ after Panama declines to renew agreement

China lashed out at what it called U.S. ‘coercion’ after Panama declined to renew a key infrastructure agreement with Beijing

The Independent UK · Feb 7, 2025

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'Intolerable' US Claim Sparks New Row Over Panama Canal

Panama on Thursday rejected the United States' claim of securing free passage for its government vessels through the Panama Canal, while bowing to US pressure to quit a key Chinese project.

International Business Times · Feb 6, 2025

Panama Says US Claims It Can Use Canal For Free Are False

The State Department said U.S. government vessels would no longer be charged for using the canal, which Trump has threatened to take back.

International Business Times · Feb 6, 2025

Trump Administration Seizes Second Venezuelan Plane In Dominican Republic

Trump administration to seize second Maduro-linked plane in the Dominican Republic, while Panama waives transit fees for U.S. warships in the Panama Canal.

US Claims Free Passage Through Panama Canal

The United States said Wednesday that its government vessels would sail for free through the Panama Canal following heavy pressure from President Donald Trump, but authorities at the waterway swiftly issued a denial.

International Business Times · Feb 6, 2025

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Panama Eliminates Charge Fees For U.S. Government Vessels

Recent U.S.-Panama relations development: waiving fees for U.S. vessels in Panama Canal, concerns over Chinese influence, proposal to repurchase the canal,...

US Government Vessels To Sail Free Through Panama Canal: State Dept

The United States said Wednesday that its government vessels would be allowed to sail for free through the Panama Canal, following heavy pressure from President Donald Trump.

International Business Times · Feb 6, 2025

Panama Considers Withdrawing from Port Deal with Hong Kong Firm After Trump's Canal Offensive

The decision could reshape economic ties in the region as U.S.-China tensions escalate.

Latin Times · Feb 4, 2025

Lawmakers Back Trump's Push To Regain Control of the Panama Canal

Retaking the canal won’t protect national security.

Reason · Feb 3, 2025

US And Panama Discuss Canal Control Amid China Dispute

Tensions rise as US and Panama navigate diplomatic challenges over the Panama Canal and China's Belt and Road Initiative.

Secretary Of State Marco Rubio Focuses On Central America

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's trip to Central America addresses immigration, drug trafficking, and Panama Canal control amidst regional resistance.

US Warns Panama Over Chinese Influence In Canal Area

Secretary of State Rubio warns Panama about Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, emphasizing U.S. concerns and potential measures.

US Says Its Navy Ships Will Have Free Passage Through The Panama Canal After Marco Rubio's Visit

The canal authority said it will "optimize transit priority" of such ships through the waterway.

International Business Times · Feb 3, 2025

CK Hutchison: The Hong Kong Firm Behind Panama Port Operators

A sprawling business empire built by Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing is caught in the crossfire as the extent of Chinese influence over the Panama Canal is debated.

The Independent UK · Feb 3, 2025

Marco Rubio issues Panama ultimatum over 'Chinese influence' on canal

Panama’s president says sovereignty over canal not up for debate but suggests review of agreements with Chinese companies

International Business Times · Feb 2, 2025

Marco Rubio Tells Panama It Must Reduce Chinese Influence Around Canal Or Face Consequences

Senator Marco Rubio urged Panama to reduce China's growing influence over the Panama Canal, warning of potential consequences if the country does not take action.

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Latin Times · Feb 2, 2025

Marco Rubio Tells Panama It Must Reduce Chinese Influence Around Canal or Face Consequences

Senator Marco Rubio urged Panama to reduce China's growing influence over the Panama Canal, warning of potential consequences if the country does not take action.

International Business Times · Feb 2, 2025

Rubio Meets Panama Leader On Trump Demands For Canal

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio entered talks Sunday with Panama's leader to press President Donald Trump's demand that the United States take back control of the Panama Canal.

Al Jazeera · Feb 2, 2025

Panama’s Mulino meets US Secretary of State Rubio after Trump canal threat

The US secretary of state follows up on President Donald Trump’s extraordinary threat to seize the Panama Canal.

Latin Times · Feb 1, 2025

Marco Rubio's First Foreign Trip as Secretary of State to Focus on Countering China in Panama

The visit follows Trump's pledge to "take back" the Panama Canal, as China's growing influence in Latin America sparks concerns among Republican leaders.

International Business Times · Feb 1, 2025

Rubio To Make Debut In Panama As Trump Threatens To Take Canal

Marco Rubio heads Saturday to Panama on his debut trip abroad as US secretary of state as he looks for how to follow up on President Donald Trump's extraordinary threat to seize the Panama Canal.

Latin Times · Jan 31, 2025

Marco Rubio Says He Wil Discuss Control of The Panama Canal In His Visit Even If The President Doesn't Want To

Jose Raul Mulino said he won't discuss control of the canal during the secretary of state's visit. Rubio, in contrast, said "we're going to address that topic."

Panama Asserts Ownership Of Panama Canal, Rejects Negotiation With US

Panama President reaffirms ownership of Panama Canal, emphasizing shared interests with the U.S. amid past concerns. Diplomatic engagement crucial for regi...

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