Panama, Belt and Road Initiative and China

Panama formally exits China’s Belt and Road Initiative as US claims ‘victory’ in decision
Panamanian leader questions intention of those who signed 2017 deal and addresses concerns about Beijing’s investment in Panama Canal.
Why Panama's belt and road exit is just the start of Trump's 'weak link' plan for China
The United States may be targeting "weak links" in Chinese-backed initiatives or groupings to cut Beijing's growing influence as part of an emerging strategy during President Donald Trump's second term,
Panama Says No to China: Belt and Road Agreement Will Not Be Renewed
Panama has decided to step away from a major global project led by China. The country’s president, José Raúl Mulino, announced that it will not renew its deal with China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Panama formally pulls out of China's Belt and Road Initiative
In a key concession to Washington, Panama President Jose Raul Mulino on Thursday (Feb 6) confirmed that Panama had pulled out of China's massive Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure programme.
China urges Panama to 'make right decision' after announcing Belt and Road exit
China expressed regret on Saturday over Panama's intention to leave Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative, urging the Latin American nation to "make the right decision".
China protests over Panama's withdrawal from Belt and Road Initiative
China has summoned the Panamanian ambassador to complain about the country's decision to pull out of the Belt and Road Initiative. Assistant foreign minister Zhao Zhiyuan said on Friday that Beijing "deeply" regretted the decision,
Panama Becomes First Latin American Nation To Exit China's Belt & Road Initiative
Panama has become the first Latin American nation to exit Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative, marking a significant shift in its foreign policy and relationship with China's global infrastructure ambitions,
Panama to end relationship with China’s premier foreign investment program after US pressure
Panama says it will not renew its agreement involving China’s premier foreign-investment program after Panamanian leaders met ...
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Kyrgyzstan poised to participate in 'One Belt, One Road' initiative projects - Zhaparov
BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, February 5. President Sadyr Zhaparov confirmed Kyrgyzstan’s commitment to participating in major projects under China’s ambitious 'One Belt, One Road' initiative during ...
Trump reiterates threat to retake Panama Canal ‘or something very powerful’ will happen
President Donald Trump reiterated his vow to “take back” the Panama Canal on Sunday, warning of “powerful” US action in an ...
Panama drops Belt and Road deal with China amid Donald Trump’s warning, but sends a strong message to US
Ending the Belt and Road deal with China amid Donald Trump’s threats, Panama President asserted that his country’s ...
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China blames US 'sabotage' for Panama's departure from Belt and Road initiative
BEIJING — China is opposed to US "smearing and sabotage" of the Belt and Road Initiative in Panama through "pressure and coercion", its foreign ministry said on Friday (Feb 7), after the South ...
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Lula avoids the dragon’s, Belt and Road Initiative and agrees with China’s Xi on a neutral ‘shared future’
However, Mr. Xi, as pointed out by Brazil’s main financial daily, Valor Economico, was unable to secure Brazil’s full commitment to the Belt and Road Initiative ... new era, one that seeks ...