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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.

3/22/2025, 8:18 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 232

Bill 119 HRES 232 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress 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. The resolution highlights concerns about the growing influence of China in Panama, particularly in the management of strategic ports. The resolution argues that allowing Chinese officials and interests to operate in Panama poses a threat to US national security interests. It calls on the Panamanian government to take action to remove Chinese influence from key ports in the country. The resolution has sparked debate among lawmakers about the appropriate response to China's increasing presence in the region.

Congressional Summary of HRES 232

This resolution expresses concern about the presence and influence of China in Panamanian ports and infrastructure, particularly in facilities with strategic significance such as the ports of Balboa and Cristobal.

The resolution calls on the Panamanian government to reaffirm its commitment to the permanent neutrality of the Panama Canal as defined by the Neutrality Treaty (i.e., the Treaty Concerning the Permanent Neutrality and Operation of the Panama Canal, signed in 1977) and terminate agreements allowing Chinese state-owned enterprises or private entities based in China to manage such strategic infrastructure. The resolution also urges the U.S. government to (1) leverage provisions of the Neutrality Treaty to address threats to the neutrality of the Panama Canal, and (2) develop a U.S.-Panama task force to oversee canal security and operations.

Current Status of Bill HRES 232

Bill HRES 232 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 21, 2025. Bill HRES 232 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 21, 2025.  Bill HRES 232's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 21, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 232

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 232

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