Panama’s highest court has voided the contract of a Chinese-linked company that operated key ports at the Panama Canal — handing the Trump administration a major victory in its push to curb China’s influence over the strategic waterway.

A Hong Kong billionaire is set to lose control of two key ports in the Panama Canal, sealing a victory for Donald Trump as he seeks to break China’s grip on the trade artery.

The move follows Donald Trump's previous claim the US was taking the crucial Panama canal "back" from China.

Panama's Supreme Court has voided a major Panama Canal ports contract held by a Chinese-linked firm, a significant win for the 'Donroe Doctrine'. This ruling aligns with US efforts to curb Chinese influence over strategic trade routes,

A court ruling should put to rest Trump’s claim that China is running the canal.