China’s decision to detain or otherwise impede Panama-flagged vessels engaged in lawful trade destabilizes supply chains, raises costs, and erodes confidence in the global trading system.
Marco Rubio: “China’s decision to detain or otherwise impede Panama-flagged vessels engaged in lawful trade destabilizes supply…”
On the recordApril 3, 2026
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Rubio's statement on China's actions affecting Panama-flagged vessels and global trade.
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