Panama Supreme Court Shuts Down Chinese-Controlled Operation of Strategic Canal Ports

In a decisive move affirming national sovereignty and American strategic interests, Panama’s Supreme Court declared the Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings’ concession to operate ports at each end of the vital Panama Canal unconstitutional. This landmark ruling not only disrupts Beijing’s creeping influence over one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints but also validates long-standing U.S. concerns about China’s ambitions in the Western Hemisphere. Why does this matter for America? The Panama Canal is more than a passageway for ships—it is a linchpin of global trade and a strategic asset that directly impacts U.S. economic and national security. Under...