CK Hutchison initiates arbitration against Panama over port takeover
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CK Hutchison, Panama Government
Panama
February 2026
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CK Hutchison seeks over HK$11.7 billion in damages from Panama for the takeover of port terminals. A subsidiary, Panama Ports Company, is separately seeking HK$15.6 billion in damages.
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