Rubio warns of U.S. action if Panama does not curb Chinese influence around the canal
From Panama, NPR's Ari Shapiro discusses how Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to the region is being received and reaction to Trump's message that the U.S. intends to take the canal back.

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2 developments- Jan 28, 2025US lawmakers concerned about Chinese influence on Panama Canal
- Feb 3, 2025Rubio warns of U.S. action if Panama does not curb Chinese influence around the canal
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6 viewpointsRubio tells Panama to end China’s influence of canal or face US action
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13 viewpointsRubio says Panama must reduce Chinese influence around the canal or face possible US action
Rubio warns of U.S. action if Panama does not curb Chinese influence around the canal
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Rubio tells Panama to reduce Chinese influence in canal or face retaliation from Trump administration
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3 articlesPanama’s Mulino meets US Secretary of State Rubio after Trump canal threat
Rubio tells Panama to reduce Chinese influence in canal area or face US action
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