A US military commander met with Panama Canal administrators to discuss countering Chinese influence over the waterway. This visit, led by US Southern Command head Alvin Holsey, follows concerns raised by US officials, including Donald Trump and Marco Rubio, regarding China's growing presence and control over the canal.
The US embassy in Panama highlighted the meeting's focus on protecting and securing the canal area. These actions and statements have sparked anger from Panama's president, especially after Rubio warned of potential US measures if Panama doesn't address Chinese interests in the canal, which the US views as a threat and a violation of the US-Panama treaty.
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The US embassy in Panama highlighted the meeting's focus on protecting and securing the canal area. These actions and statements have sparked anger from Panama's president, especially after Rubio warned of potential US measures if Panama doesn't address Chinese interests in the canal, which the US views as a threat and a violation of the US-Panama treaty.
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