As Trump hails taking back of Panama Canal, Hong Kong Inc walks tightrope
The flash sale of a Hong Kong-owned global ports business highlights geopolitical volatility, executives and analysts said.
BlackRock strikes deal to bring ports on both sides of Panama Canal under American control
A Hong Kong-based conglomerate has agreed to sell its controlling stake in a subsidiary that operates ports near the Panama ...
Who really controls the Panama Canal?
China’s presence in Panama has expanded rapidly, sparking fears in Washington. But Panama has already started shifting its ...
Panama Port Deal Plants U.S. Flag in China-Dominated Sector
BlackRock’s move reflects the view that America’s best chance to counter China will hinge on private investment.
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Panama President Mulino says Trump ‘lying’ about reclaiming the canal
Panamanian leader says sale of a Chinese company’s port operation to a US firm does not amount to retaking the waterway.
BlackRock strikes $23 billion deal to place Panama Canal ports under American control
Hong Kong-based conglomerate has agreed to sell shares of its units that operate two key ports in Panama to BlackRock ...
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Options to the Panama Canal Perhaps? The U.S. Suggests Taking Back Ownership, as China is Prepared to Bypass
Prior to the origination of the plans for the Panama Canal vessels of trade had few options of getting goods from Europe and ...
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US takes rivalry with China to the high seas
Beijing's expanding influence on the world's oceans is a challenge to Washington's efforts to protect its interests. While ...
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Why does Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal? Here's what's behind U.S. interest.
China has denied trying to claim any control over the canal, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning saying in December that Beijing would "always respect Panama's sovereignty over the ...