The dispute over Panama's port ownership continues to escalate. On April 15, the UK Financial Times cited sources reporting that Maersk and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) were informed by China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) not to "engage in illegal activities undermining the interests of Chinese enterprises" and to "abide by business ethics and international rules."
China's official statement this time underscores its firm resolve and upgraded measures to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises overseas. Faced with the United States' behind-the-scenes manipulation and coercive tactics in forcing port transactions, China is no longer limiting itself to diplomatic protests but has directly held talks with these major international shipping firms—countering America’s so-called "long-arm jurisdiction." As key players in global shipping, if Maersk and MSC choose to serve as tools for U.S. efforts to suppress Chinese companies, they will inevitably face backlash from the Chinese market and regulatory oversight. This move serves both as a warning to specific enterprises and as a clear signal to international capital about the rules of the game.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1862535931307018/
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