WorldHow turmoil in the Strait of Hormuz is fuelling US-China rivalry over the Panama Canal
As the Iran war disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, traffic and pressure on the Panama Canal are rising. The United States warns that China’s growing presence around the canal could threaten trade and security, while China accuses Washington of politicizing and securitizing port issues. Panama insists on its sovereignty and the canal’s neutrality.
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BBC Chinese★★★★☆2026-08-20 20:55Original
How turmoil in the Strait of Hormuz is fuelling US-China rivalry over the Panama Canal
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