Panama Ports Ruling: Guarantees and New Concessions

The Panamanian government ensures port operations after the Supreme Court ruled the PPC contract unconstitutional. Panama Ports and China respond to the agreement's cancellation. Details inside.

The Panamanian government guarantees operational continuity in the ports and prepares for a new concession following the ruling on Panama Ports. Panama Ports rejects the unconstitutionality ruling and warns of risks to legal certainty. China promises to take 'measures' after the cancellation of the port contract in Panama. The Supreme Court of Justice declares the contract between the state and PPC unconstitutional. The Panamanian government guarantees operational continuity in the ports and prepares for a new concession following the ruling on Panama Ports. Panama Ports rejects the unconstitutionality ruling and warns of risks to legal certainty. China promises to take 'measures' after the cancellation of the port contract in Panama. The Supreme Court of Justice declares the contract between the state and PPC unconstitutional.

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