Panama comptroller sues to nullify CK Hutchison port rights

Move could further complicate Hong Kong group's attempt to sell operations

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An aerial view shows Cristobal Port, operated by Panama Ports Company under the CK Hutchison group, in February. © Reuters

JAMES HAND-CUKIERMAN

TOKYO -- Panama's comptroller general is suing to void Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison's control of ports at both ends of the Panama Canal, potentially complicating an already fraught effort to finalize a sale of the facilities.

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