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Title Rubio's Diplomatic Efforts Panama Addresses US Concerns on Canal Amid Trump Threats

The recent diplomatic efforts by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have yielded positive results as he addressed concerns over Chinese influence in the Panama Canal, following President Donald Trump's threats to seize the vital waterway. During a meeting with Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino, Rubio commended the country's decision to exit the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), expressing optimism that Panama would take steps to address US concerns.

The BRI, China's signature infrastructure-building program, has raised concerns among Western nations due to its potential to increase Chinese influence globally. Panama's decision to exit the initiative marks a significant step in addressing these concerns, and Rubio welcomed the move as a constructive step towards building trust between the two nations.

Rubio also addressed US concerns over Panama charging US military vessels that go through the canal, despite Washington's obligation to defend the waterway. He suggested an agreement on this issue could be reached in the coming days, which would help alleviate tensions and ensure continued cooperation between the two countries.

The recent diplomatic efforts by Rubio have been welcomed as a positive development in addressing the concerns raised by Trump's threats to seize the Panama Canal. By taking a more diplomatic approach, Rubio has helped to reduce tensions and pave the way for further cooperation between the two nations.

Keywords Panama Canal, Marco Rubio, Donald Trump, Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), US-China relations, international diplomacy

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