In a firm diplomatic stance, China has denounced recent U.S. military operations in Venezuela while reaffirming its strategic partnership with the South American nation. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian declared that China’s legitimate interests in Venezuela would be legally protected, emphasizing Beijing’s commitment to international law and sovereign equality.
The Chinese government expressed strong condemnation of what it termed the ‘abduction’ of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores following U.S. military airstrikes. Spokesperson Lin reiterated China’s position of respecting Venezuela’s sovereignty and independence, expressing confidence that Caracas would manage its internal affairs in accordance with its constitutional framework.
Foreign Minister Wang Yi articulated Beijing’s rejection of unilateralism in international relations, explicitly criticizing the concept of any nation assuming the role of ‘world policeman’ or acting as a global judiciary. This statement reflects China’s broader foreign policy approach that prioritizes multilateralism and non-interference in sovereign states’ domestic affairs.
The bilateral relationship between China and Venezuela was characterized as an ‘unwavering strategic partnership’ with comprehensive cooperation across multiple sectors including energy, infrastructure, and finance. This longstanding alliance has involved significant Chinese investment in Venezuela’s oil industry and development projects.
Beijing has formally called upon the United States to immediately release President Maduro and his wife while ceasing what China describes as attempts to destabilize Venezuela’s constitutional order. The statement represents one of the most direct confrontations between Beijing and Washington regarding Western Hemisphere affairs in recent years.