Panama has formally complained to the UN regarding President Trump's assertion that the U.S. could reclaim the Panama Canal, which Trump claimed was effectively under Chinese control. The Panamanian government emphasized the canal's ownership and provided a staunch rejection of Trump's remarks, asserting that the canal was not a gift from the U.S. Furthermore, Panama invoked the UN Charter regarding the prohibition of threats to territorial integrity. China responded by denying any operational involvement in the canal, reinforcing Panama's claims of sovereignty over this crucial maritime route.
The Panama Canal was not a concession or a gift from the United States; it belongs to Panama and will continue to belong to Panama.
Panama cited the UN Charter precluding any member from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of another.
China does not participate in the management and operation of the canal and has never interfered in the affairs of the canal.
Trump's claim that China is operating the Panama Canal through its presence was met with strong opposition from Panama's president.
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