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Panama's President Addresses China Tensions Amid $2B Arbitration

4/10/2026

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On April 9, 2026, Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino addressed rising tensions with China after his foreign minister criticized inspections of Panama-flagged vessels.
He said Panama does not seek conflict with China.
CK Hutchison has initiated arbitration against Panama, seeking over $2 billion in damages.
Mulino did not comment on Maersk's arbitration claim involving the terminals.

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On April 9, 2026, Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino addressed rising tensions with China after his foreign minister criticized inspections of Panama-flagged vessels.
He said Panama does not seek conflict with China.
CK Hutchison has initiated arbitration against Panama, seeking over $2 billion in damages.
Mulino did not comment on Maersk's arbitration claim involving the terminals.