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Beijing pushed Maersk, MSC to withdraw from Panama Canal ports

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China's macro planner (NDRC) reportedly pushed shipping giants Maersk and MSC to exit two key Panama Canal ports in March. Per an April 20 FT scoop, officials told top executives at the carriers to "withdraw...immediately" last month, warning against "activities that harm the interests of Chinese co...