The U.S.-China Fight Over Panama

Panama is now at the center of a growing U.S.-China dispute over ports, shipping, and strategic influence around the Panama Canal. After pressure mounted over CK Hutchison’s port concessions, China responded by increasing scrutiny of Panama-flagged vessels and warning major shipping firms about their involvement in the port transition. For Panama, a country whose economy depends heavily on logistics, maritime services, corporate registration, and shipping flags, even “legal” inspection pressure can become costly very quickly. Can Panama protect its sovereignty and investor confidence while navigating an escalating great power rivalry? Full Episode - https://tinyurl.com/3nzxem3j