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The recent developments have yielded some intriguing outcomes; reports from the Financial Post indicated that Panama pledged free passage for U.S. warships. Rubio subsequently declared that he would pursue this commitment vigorously. The Panamanian president showcased a willingness to limit Chinese influence, announcing plans not to renew a 2017 memorandum that tied Panama to China's Belt and Road Initiative. Such a move underscores a potential shift towards favoring American interests in the region, a development that many are viewing as positive.