During his first overseas trip, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio conveyed to Panama's leadership that the growing influence of China in the Panama Canal region is perceived as a serious threat. Highlighting that the Chinese presence may violate a 1977 treaty ensuring canal neutrality, Rubio emphasized the need for immediate action by Panama to address this issue or the U.S. would intervene. Rubio's conversations with Panamanian leaders were characterized as respectful, with Panama asserting there is no imminent threat to the treaty's validity.
China's influence over the Panama Canal is perceived as a threat, prompting the U.S. to urge immediate action from Panama to curb this control.
The talks were described as respectful and positive, with the Panamanian President asserting there is no real threat to the treaty's validity.
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