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CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd (HK:0001) is moving forward with the sale of two key Panama ports to a consortium led by BlackRock Inc. (NYSE:BLK), according to Bloomberg. The deal, expected to close by April 2, is progressing smoothly with ongoing due diligence, tax assessments, and accounting reviews.
The consortium includes BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners LP and Terminal Investment Ltd., both actively involved in the process. The sale is part of a broader $19 billion divestment plan involving 41 global ports owned by CK Hutchison. This strategic shift is seen as a major move in the global port infrastructure sector.
Under a 145-day exclusivity period, the deal limits bids from other parties, including Chinese state-owned companies. China has reportedly raised national security and antitrust concerns over the transaction, especially in light of its strategic interests in the Panama Canal. Senior Chinese officials are said to be scrutinizing the deal amid rising geopolitical tensions.
The Chinese government is particularly displeased following remarks from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who praised the deal as a way to reduce Beijing’s influence in Panama. Despite this, CK Hutchison has not indicated any changes to its plan.
The Panama port deal highlights growing U.S.-China friction over control of critical infrastructure. As BlackRock and its partners edge closer to acquiring a strategic asset in Central America, global investors are closely watching how geopolitical concerns may impact final approval.
With the April 2 deadline approaching, all eyes are on whether CK Hutchison will proceed despite political headwinds, as the outcome could reshape global port ownership dynamics and influence future infrastructure investments.
