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Trump eyes China’s Port Monopoly plus the Republican Reconciliation Revolution
1. Global Maritime Power and China The Trump administration is focused on preventing China from controlling strategic global ports and waterways. It highlights Greece as a case study, claiming the U.S. countered Chinese influence by supporting alternative port development after a Chinese state‑linked company took over a major Greek port. Panama is cited as another flashpoint, with Chinese firms allegedly losing control of port operations near the Panama Canal, followed by claimed Chinese retaliation. 2. Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and Economic Pressure Iran is accused of engaging in…
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