China-Central America relations

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Panamanian Government Pushes Forward on Hutchison Port Contract Review

The Panamanian Attorney General has weighed in on the constitutionality of his government's port contract with Hong Kong-based Hutchison Port Holdings, telling the Supreme Court it is "unconstitutional," and asking the Court "to confirm the unconstitutionality of the contract as a step toward terminating the
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Panama’s Balancing Act: Navigating Between Chinese and U.S. Influence

Earlier this month, Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino announced his nation's decision to withdraw from China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The decision comes amidst mounting U.S. concerns over China's growing influence in Panama, particularly around the Panama Canal, a critical

New Chinese SPS Announcements for Food Imports in July 2024

Last month, China's General Administration of Customs issued the following regulatory requirements, opening its door for more fruit, meat and seafood from Latin American, Caribbean, Asian and Pacific countries, as they push for more access to the Chinese market.

China and Honduras Sign Early Harvest Agreement

China and Honduras recently signed an early harvest agreement as their trade talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) continue. A key part of the agreement covers Honduran shrimp.

China-Nicaragua Free Trade Agreement Enters into Force

On January 1, the China-Nicaragua Free Trade Agreement (FTA) entered into force. In this piece, we examine the details of the schedules of tariff concessions under the FTA, and the provisions on services trade and investment.

China-Honduras FTA Talks Make Progress

Last week China and Honduras "substantially completed" an early harvest agreement; China's imports from the nation nearly tripled this year.

China and Nicaragua Sign Trade Agreement

Today, China and Nicaragua signed a free trade agreement after four rounds of negotiations that took place over the past year. The agreement has 22 chapters, including four chapters on services trade and investment.
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