Energy Shortfalls & Economic Friction Points of the Panama Canal

The two Chinese port companies operating in Panama are managed by Hutchison Ports, a subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings based in CCP-occupied Hong Kong.

Hutchison Ports operates the ports of Balboa and Cristobal at either end of the Panama Canal. Li Shing, a prominent Hong Kong businessman, founded CK Hutchison Holdings. While Hutchison Ports is not state-owned, concerns exist regarding potential influence from the Chinese government due to its significant investments in mainland China.

As SECSTATE Rubio is scheduled to arrive in Panama, one of the focuses of the US—Panama diplomatic discussions will be on how the energy sector and future tech can be used to help the energy sector and global geopolitical and market realignments in favor of the US in our backyard.

The most prominent American energy company in Panama is represented by AES, a Fortune 500 energy leader that provides clean, renewable energy solutions to businesses and communities worldwide.