Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong SAR government expresses strong dissatisfaction with the ruling of the Panama Supreme Court regarding the unconstitutional renewal of contracts between the Panama government and a port company, urging the Panama government to respect contractual obligations and provide a fair business environment for legally operating enterprises [1] Group 1: Government Response - The Chief Executive of Hong Kong, John Lee, stated that the SAR government's stance is clear in opposing any foreign government using coercion or unreasonable political means in international economic and trade relations [1] - The Commerce and Economic Development Bureau summoned the Panamanian Consul General in Hong Kong last week to express strong dissatisfaction with the court ruling [1] Group 2: Impact on Business Environment - The Hong Kong SAR government believes that Panama's inconsistent approach to legitimate economic and trade relations undermines Panama's credibility, which could have profound negative effects on the local business environment and economic development [1] - The ruling is expected to damage investor confidence in Panama's business environment, leading to a reassessment of current and future investments by Hong Kong enterprises in Panama [1] Group 3: Call for Protection of Interests - John Lee emphasized that Hong Kong enterprises operating and investing in Panama should receive fair and reasonable treatment and protection [1] - The Chief Executive hopes that the Panamanian authorities will seriously safeguard the legitimate interests of businesses [1]
涉长和巴拿马港口,李家超发声