2 Minute Article Marco Rubio's Panama Canal Move

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called on Panama to curb China's influence over the Panama Canal, citing concerns about Chinese control. This demand follows President Trump's vow to reclaim the canal and has sparked protests in Panama. While Panama's President Mulino downplayed the threat of US military action, he suggested technical discussions to address US concerns. The canal, a symbol of Panamanian sovereignty, remains under Panama's ownership despite significant Chinese investments nearby, highlighting the geopolitical tensions between the US, Panama, and China.