- China sought to assert control over the Panama Canal through a maritime agreement formalizing preferential port tariffs.
- China considers building a canal alternative in Panama while Trump pressures US interests in the region.
- Costa Rica, along with other nations, issues joint statements warning about Beijing's pressure campaign against Panama and its implications for U.S. security.
US increases troop presence in partnership with Panama to counter Chinese influence and cartels.
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US increases troop presence in partnership with Panama to counter Chinese influence and cartels.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.The military partnership includes training courses and Fajardo serving as an instructor.1 source
US increases military presence in Panama to counter Chinese influence and cartels.1 source
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The entities involved
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Panama
sovereign state in Central America
Related events
- US State Department mobilized aid to Panama on October 1, 2026.
- US and Colombian agencies conducted joint drug interdiction operations, while HSI teamed up with Panama to intercept narcotics heading to Costa Rica.
- US military conducted a rescue mission in Panama on October 5, 2026.
- US mobilizes resources to assist Panama, with Marco Rubio commenting on the aid.
- Pete Hegseth deployed US troops to Panama on October 16, 2026.