Hong Kong summons Panama envoy over CK Hutchison ports ruling

Hong Kong's commerce chief summoned the Panamanian Consul General to express strong dissatisfaction over a court ruling that annulled CK Hutchison's contract to operate two ports at the Panama Canal. Algernon Yau criticized Panama for damaging its credibility and urged the government to respect contracts and ensure fair treatment for foreign companies. CK Hutchison is challenging the ruling through international arbitration. Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino stated the decision is definitive and emphasized Panama's dignity against threats.