China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports
This article is a summary of reporting by Reuters. Originally published May 26, 2026.
China reiterated that sovereign relations and economic cooperation between Panama and Beijing should remain free from external pressure by third nations. Chinese state media and diplomatic spokespersons pushed back against U.S. attempts to curb infrastructure collaboration and trade near the Panama Canal. The statement reaffirmed Beijing's interest in maintaining its strategic footprint in the Americas based on mutual economic partnership.
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Beijing warned external actors against interfering in its diplomatic and economic cooperation with Panama.
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