(FreePressBeacon.com) – In a new power move by the Trump administration, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a stern warning to Panama, telling the Central American nation to do as President Donald Trump says.
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Rubio’s inaugural foreign trip spotlights a vital geopolitical challenge: decreasing China’s influence over the Panama Canal.
With President Trump’s bold demand to return the canal to U.S. control, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Marco Rubio’s meeting with Panama’s President José Raúl Mulino marks a significant diplomatic move in U.S. foreign policy.
The Trump administration insists on curbing Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, a critical artery in global trade.
Rubio warned that failure to address this matter could lead to potential U.S. action, highlighting the strategic importance of America’s role in the canal.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Panama’s president Sunday on the opening stop of his first foreign trip as America’s top diplomat as President Donald Trump increased the pressure on Washington’s neighbors and allies, The Boston Herald reports.
President Donald Trump emphasizes the canal’s importance, demanding immediate changes.
In his view, China’s growing presence violates treaties with Panama.
Rubio conveyed this uncompromising stance, noting that the status quo is “unacceptable,” necessitating U.S. intervention if changes are not made.
Panama’s President Mulino, however, stands firm, rejecting Trump’s demands and asserting Panama’s sovereignty.
Protests in Panama City further signal growing tensions against U.S. involvement, as demonstrators burn Trump and Rubio banners to stress their dissatisfaction.
“We spoke extensively about the problem of migration, with the understanding that Panama is a transit point,” Mulino said, cited by The Guardian.
President Trump’s aggressive foreign policy echoes early 20th-century tactics in Latin America.
This nostalgic strategy seeks to reclaim the canal from perceived foreign threats, reinforcing American control over critical infrastructure.
Despite Trump’s assertive declarations, Panama’s resistance remains steadfast.
Panama’s refusal to renew its agreement with China’s Belt and Road Initiative is a decision in light of recent developments.
Despite U.S. warnings, Panama highlights an ongoing audit of the canal’s controlling consortium, indicating an awareness of the nuanced geopolitical landscape.
Secretary Rubio’s visit to Latin America aims to bolster U.S. ties in the region while addressing illegal immigration.
Despite a freeze on foreign aid, certain programs maintain crucial support, indicative of the administration’s prioritization of hemispheric diplomacy.
Arrived in Panama this evening on my first trip as Secretary of State. We’re working days, nights, weekends — whatever it takes to strengthen our national security, protect our borders, and enhance economic prosperity for Americans. pic.twitter.com/775KodqG1J
— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) February 2, 2025
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