U.S. and allies affirm support for Panama's sovereignty amid concerns over China's influence on maritime trade.

U.S. and allies affirm support for Panama's sovereignty amid concerns over China's influence on maritime trade.

China has detained nearly 70 Panamanian-flagged ships after Supreme Court ruling on Panama Canal, US officials say.

The United States and five countries in Latin America and the Caribbean warned China about economic pressure Panamanian-flagged vessels.