Panama lawmakers’ Taiwan trip sparks dispute with China.

Panama’s Foreign Ministry accused China of meddling after its diplomats urged lawmakers to cancel a planned trip to Taiwan. President José Raúl Mulino had already said the visit lacked government approval, stressing that foreign policy rests with the executive. The controversy comes amid wider U.S.-China tensions, with Washington warning about Beijing’s influence over the Panama Canal and backing lawmakers critical of China. Some legislators defended the trip, citing potential lessons for modernization and investment opportunities.

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