US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Panamanian leader José Raúl Mulino about potential US retaliation unless Panama reduces China's influence over the Panama Canal. Rubio's meeting with Mulino was described as respectful, with no direct threats made. Mulino stated that Panama would not renew its participation in China's Belt and Road Initiative. The visit raised concerns about China's influence on global trade routes. In a separate issue, North Korea criticized Rubio's remarks labeling the country as a 'rogue state'. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)