CK Hutchison launches arbitration against Panama, seeks over US$1.5 billion damages

• CK Hutchison began international arbitration on Aug. 20, 2026 against Panama over alleged breaches of an investment protection treaty.
• Claims stem from 2025-2026 measures that ended with Panama voiding the Balboa and Cristóbal ports concession contract, then taking over terminals.
• Damages sought exceed USD 1.5 billion for the destruction of its investments in Panama.
• Subsidiary Panama Ports Company is pursuing a separate ICC arbitration under the concession contract, first disclosed on Feb. 4, 2026.

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