Hong Kong Protests Panama's Seizure of Key Canal Ports

• Hong Kong protests Panama's takeover of two vital Panama Canal ports, operated by a Hong Kong-based company for decades.
• The Commerce and Economic Development Bureau lodged "stern protests" with Panama's consulate, expressing strong opposition.
• The ports, operated by a CK Hutchison subsidiary since 1997, were caught in a US-China influence dispute.
• Panama took control after its Supreme Court struck down the concession contract, leading to arbitration proceedings by CK Hutchison.
• China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs vowed to safeguard the company's legitimate rights; Panama assures smooth operations and temporary management.