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Rubio's Central America trip aims to counter China, State Department says


Published on 2025-01-28 19:01:07 - Reuters
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  • U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's trip to Central America, including Panama, is partially about countering China, a State Department spokesperson told Fox Business, as new President Donald Trump is pushing to "take back" the Panama Canal.

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio's trip to Central America, as reported by Reuters on January 28, 2025, aims to counter China's growing influence in the region. The State Department highlighted that Rubio's visit to Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras is part of a broader U.S. strategy to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties with these countries. The trip focuses on promoting democracy, human rights, and economic development, while also addressing security concerns and the strategic implications of China's Belt and Road Initiative in Latin America. Rubio's agenda includes discussions on trade, investment opportunities, and regional stability, emphasizing the U.S. commitment to being a reliable partner in the face of increasing Chinese economic and political engagement in Central America.

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