At this moment, the organized popular movement, led by Suntracs and its leader Saúl Mendez, is at the intersection of 5 de Mayo with slogans in Spanish, although they hold signs in English. The protest is against the arrival of the United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, who will meet with the President of the Republic, José Raúl Mulino, to discuss various issues, especially those related to China and the Panama Canal.
Saúl Mendez expressed the movement's stance during the rally, emphasizing the importance of protesting against Marco Rubio's presence in Panama and the need to seriously address the implications of relations between the United States, China, and Panama concerning the Canal and other relevant aspects. Participants in the protest carried banners and chanted slogans in an atmosphere marked by concern and a call for citizen action.
The presence of Suntracs in Plaza 5 de Mayo is framed within the firm opposition to Marco Rubio's visit and the demand that the country's interests and sovereignty be considered in political and economic decisions made at the international level. The protest seeks to make these concerns visible and raise awareness about the issues being discussed between Panamanian and U.S. authorities.
