'Unacceptable': Rubio warns Panama over Chinese influence on canal, says will take 'measures necessary' if not followed

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Panama to reduce Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, hinting at potential US action. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino acknowledged the concerns but affirmed Panama's control over the canal, prompting protests in Panama City.

'Unacceptable': Rubio warns Panama over Chinese influence on canal, says will take 'measures necessary' if not followed
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Panama to reduce Chinese influence over the Panama Canal, hinting at potential US action. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino acknowledged the concerns but affirmed Panama's control over the canal, prompting protests in Panama City.