巴拿马政府强行接管李嘉诚旗下港口 外交部回应将维护企业正当合法权益

Core Viewpoint - The Panama government has forcibly taken control of the Balboa and Cristobal ports operated by the Panama Ports Company, a subsidiary of Cheung Kong Holdings, which the company claims is illegal and plans to pursue all legal avenues to contest this action [1][2][3]. Group 1: Government Actions - On February 23, the Panama government announced a "forced takeover" of the Balboa and Cristobal ports, prohibiting company representatives from entering the facilities [1][2]. - The government published a ruling from the Supreme Court regarding the termination of the operating rights of the Panama Ports Company, effective immediately [2][3]. - The government representatives informed the Panama Ports Company that its operating rights were revoked and that the company must cease operations [2][3]. Group 2: Company Response - Cheung Kong Holdings stated that it would take all legal measures to address the forced takeover and protect its rights [4][6]. - The company has been operating the ports since 1997 under a concession agreement, which the government has now declared unconstitutional [5][6]. - The company plans to consult legal advisors and explore all possible legal actions against the Panama government and any colluding third parties [6]. Group 3: Financial Impact - As of June 30, 2025, Cheung Kong Holdings reported total assets exceeding 1 trillion yuan, with a net profit of 32.56 billion yuan in 2022, which is projected to decline significantly in the following years [6]. - Following the announcement of the takeover, the company's stock price fell by 2.65%, closing at 62.55 HKD per share, with a market capitalization of 239.6 billion HKD [6].