Quick win

Panama walks away from Belt and Road

Under U.S. pressure, Panama withdrew from China's Belt and Road Initiative.

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Why you should care

The Panama Canal matters too much to American trade and security to sit under Beijing's influence.

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Sources and footnotes

  1. White House – 365 Wins in 365 Days (Jan 20, 2026)