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Panama President Defends Supreme Court's Canal Ruling

2/5/2026

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Jose Raul Mulino (President of Panama) defends a Supreme Court ruling voiding a Panama Canal port concession.
The court deemed the concession held by Panama Ports Company unconstitutional.
Mulino rejected criticism from Chinese and Hong Kong authorities and said Supreme Court decisions must be respected domestically and internationally.
The Foreign Ministry plans to issue a statement reinforcing Panama's commitment to the rule of law.

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Jose Raul Mulino (President of Panama) defends a Supreme Court ruling voiding a Panama Canal port concession.
The court deemed the concession held by Panama Ports Company unconstitutional.
Mulino rejected criticism from Chinese and Hong Kong authorities and said Supreme Court decisions must be respected domestically and internationally.
The Foreign Ministry plans to issue a statement reinforcing Panama's commitment to the rule of law.