Sec. Rubio passes on Trump's warning over China's influence on Panama Canal

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's trip to Latin America begins with a visit to Panama, where he discusses the Panama Canal's strategic importance and China's influence. President Trump has expressed concerns over China's control, citing a treaty from 1977. Rubio emphasizes Panama's economic partnership with the US, while Panama's president states they will not join China's Belt and Road Initiative. Rubio's tour continues to other Latin American countries, focusing on immigration issues.

What was one of the main concerns President Trump had regarding the Panama Canal during Rubio's visit?

• The canal's environmental impact

• China's influence over the canal

• The canal's tourism potential

• The canal's maintenance costs

What significant event regarding the Panama Canal occurred in the year 2000?

• The canal was closed for maintenance

• Panama gained control of the canal

• The canal was expanded

• A new treaty was signed with China

According to President Trump, what has violated the neutrality of the Panama Canal?

• Increased toll fees

• A Hong Kong-based company's control of ports

• The construction of a new canal

• Panama's new trade agreements

Which initiative did Panama decide to withdraw from after Rubio's visit?

• The North American Free Trade Agreement

• The Trans-Pacific Partnership

• China's Belt and Road Initiative

• The Paris Climate Agreement

What is expected to be the main topic during Rubio's visit to El Salvador?

• Environmental policies

• Trade agreements

• Military cooperation

• Immigration