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Taegan Goddard, Political Wire
Thu, 01/16/2025 - 5:21am

New York Times: “Today, Panama holds special strategic significance for China because of the canal, but Beijing has been working to expand its influence in Latin America, and among developing countries more broadly. It has portrayed itself as an alternative to what it calls American hegemony and bullying, casting itself as a more sympathetic, fellow developing country.” “And with significant investments in port construction worldwide, China is positioning itself to influence global commerce and monitor international activities.”

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