China supports Panama's control of the Panama Canal in response to Trump's comments
China has expressed support for Panama's control of the Panama Canal, responding to President-elect Donald Trump's suggestion to reclaim U.S. control over the route. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning emphasized Panama's sovereignty and the canal's importance for international connectivity. China reaffirmed its commitment to respecting Panama's rights over the canal, calling it a "golden waterway" for global exchanges.