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CK Hutchison unit launches arbitration against Panama over port ruling

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Beijing’s hands may be tied as US scores win in Panama Canal ports ruling

Panama’s Supreme Court annulling key port contracts held by a Hong Kong‑based firm leaves the future uncertain.

China warns Panama of ‘heavy prices’ to pay after CK Hutchison contract quashed

A container ship is docked at Panama Ports Company (PPC) after Panama’s Supreme Court annulled key port contracts held by the Hong Kong‑based CK Hutchison–owned firm, leaving the future of some Panama Canal operations uncertain, in Panama City, Panama, January 30, 2026. REUTERS/Aris Martinez

Pro-Beijing newspaper blasts Panama’s ruling against CK Hutchison’s ports concession

A cargo ship carrying containers from the Danish company Maersk sails in front of the port of Balboa in Panama City on Jan 30, 2026.

Maersk to take over Panama Canal port operations temporarily from HK firm

Maersk will temporarily take over operation of two ports on the Panama Canal.

Hong Kong port operator contract violated Panama constitution, court rules

A container ship is docked at Panama Ports Company (PPC) after Panama’s Supreme Court annulled key port contracts held by the Hong Kong‑based CK Hutchison–owned firm, leaving the future of some Panama Canal operations uncertain, in Panama City, Panama, January 30, 2026. REUTERS/Aris Martinez REFILE - QUALITY REPEAT

Panama says it cancelled flag of US-seized oil tanker a year ago

Panama's maritime authority also said the Bella-1, a Russian-flagged tanker the US seized the same day near Iceland after a two-week pursuit, was once listed on the country’s registry.

China says it’s ‘seriously dissatisfied’ with monument demolition in Panama

Police tape surrounds the area where a monument recognising Chinese contribution to the Panama Canal was relocated in Panama City.

China likely to bid on building new Panama Canal ports

Panama’s five main ports are all located near the canal and are operated by several concessionaires.

Curacao seal World Cup fairy tale as Haiti, Panama also qualify from Concacaf

Curacao players and fans celebrating World Cup 2026 qualification after a 0-0 draw with Jamaica at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica on Nov 18, 2025.

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