Introduced
S. RES. 31
Introduced in Senate · January 24, 2025January 23, 2025
Mr. Schmitt (for himself, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Marshall, Mrs. Britt, Mrs. Blackburn, and Mr. Ricketts) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations
RESOLUTION
Calling on the Government of Panama to expel officials and interests of the People’s Republic of China and terminate Chinese management of key Panamanian ports.
- (1) expresses profound concern about the presence and influence of the People’s Republic of China in Panamanian ports and infrastructure, particularly in facilities of strategic significance such as the ports of Balboa and Cristobal;
- (2) calls upon the Government of Panama to—
- (A) reaffirm its commitment to the “permanent neutrality” of the Panama Canal as defined by the Neutrality Treaty by seeking management structures that ensure unbiased, equitable access for vessels of all nations;
- (B) review and terminate agreements allowing Chinese state-owned enterprises or China-based so-called private entities to manage strategic infrastructure, including the ports of Balboa and Cristobal;
- (C) expel all officials from the People’s Republic of China operating within Panamanian ports and other critical infrastructure projects; and