China & Panama
29 shared events · Importance 6 · Last updated Aug 23, 2026
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International
China: China is the target of the US spending, which aims to counter its global influence. China's embassy has not commented.
Panama: Chinese ownership of ports near the Panama is a concern cited by the US.
Jul 27, 2026 · 26 articles
International
China: China's growing influence in Americas is a target of U.S. policy, with calls to protect critical assets.
Panama: Panama's strategic canal is a point of contention, with Trump threatening to take it back by force.
Apr 20, 2026 · 12 articles
International
China: China is the main buyer of Iranian oil and faces US threats of economic consequences if it continues trade, risking tensions with Washington.
Panama: A Panama-flagged ship was attacked by U.S. forces, highlighting the impact on international shipping and flag states. This may raise insurance costs and legal concerns for vessels in the region.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
Regulatory
China: Central focus of the audit; opposed the politicization of academic exchanges.
Panama: Mentioned in context of broader U.S.-China tensions.
Aug 18, 2026 · 12 articles
International
China: China, as a permanent member, holds veto power in the selection process and its stance is crucial.
Panama: Panama's ambassador expressed a preference for a woman from Latin America to become Secretary-General.
Jul 28, 2026 · 49 articles
International
China: One sanctioned entity and front companies used in the smuggling network are based in China, affecting its trade relations and financial institutions.
Panama: Four of the six sanctioned LPG tankers were Panama-flagged, highlighting its role in maritime registration for vessels involved in illicit trade.
Jun 05, 2026 · 16 articles
International
China: China>>>, the world's second-largest oil consumer, has sharply reduced its seaborne crude imports due to higher prices, introducing uncertainty into global demand calculations.
Panama: Panama is the flag state of the M/T Kiku, a tanker attacked by an Iranian drone, highlighting the international nature of maritime incidents in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
China: Chinese entities are added to export restriction lists, potentially affecting their trade with Russia.
Panama: Panama-based crypto platforms are targeted, affecting its offshore financial services.
Jul 22, 2026 · 35 articles
International
China: China's influence in the region, particularly in Panama, is a backdrop to U.S. actions but not directly involved in the military campaign.
Panama: The canal is a strategic asset, and U.S. pressure over its ports is part of the broader geopolitical context.
Aug 07, 2026 · 58 articles
International
China: China's factory activity expanded due to stockpiling, but it is also a source of global trade imbalances and faces pressure from G7 nations regarding its industrial policies.
Panama: A Panama-flagged tanker carried Kuwaiti and Emirati crude through the Strait of Hormuz to Japan, highlighting the use of various flags for shipping amidst geopolitical tensions.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
China: China benefits from reduced U.S. carrier presence in the Asia-Pacific, potentially increasing its regional influence, though the absence may be temporary.
Panama: Hegseth made comments during a visit to Panama.
Aug 13, 2026 · 75 articles
International
China: China>>> is one of the five permanent veto-wielding members of the International — United Nations Security Council.
Panama: Panama>>> will be replaced by Trinidad and Tobago>>> on the International — United Nations Security Council at the end of 2026.
Jun 03, 2026 · 84 articles
Accidents
China: China's ambassador complained about aid coordination, reflecting diplomatic friction but limited direct impact.
Panama: The earthquake was felt in Panama, but minimal damage was reported.
Aug 10, 2026 · 321 articles
Accidents
China: Mentioned among countries providing international rescue teams.
Panama: Mentioned as location where Machado spoke; involved in political dynamics.
Apr 20, 2026 · 271 articles
Accidents
China: Previously validated by WHO for eliminating trachoma.
Panama: Trachoma is suspected in Panama, with regional efforts to investigate.
Jul 13, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Panama: Panama's government seized control of the Balboa and Cristobal ports from Panama Ports Company after a Supreme Court ruling and allowed A.P. Moller–Maersk and Oman Shipping Company to take over operations.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Panama: Panama is highlighted as a highly competitive wealth mobility jurisdiction with a Wealth Mobility Competitiveness Score of 71.5.
Jun 16, 2026 · 7 articles
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