China's Influence in Panama
Kevin Cabrera, President Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Panama, highlights China's influence in Panama through Confucius Institutes and media agreements. He plans to work with U.S. officials to reduce Chinese influence and promote American investment in Panama.
Key Points
- China's influence in Panama extends to higher education and media
- Efforts to reduce Chinese influence are underway
- Concerns about cybersecurity risks from Chinese technology
Pros
- Highlighting and addressing Chinese influence in Panama
- Promoting American investment in Panama
Cons
- Potential cybersecurity risks from Chinese technology in Panamanian infrastructure