"For nearly two decades, China has been more than just a trading partner for Venezuela: a key political backer, a financial lifeline during the worst years of sanctions, and an ally willing to defy the isolation imposed by the United States. But the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. forces early Saturday has tested the strength of the BeijingCaracas strategic partnership like never before."
"In both statements, Beijing denounced what it considers a serious transgression of international law, a violation of Venezuelan sovereignty, and a threat to the peace and security of Latin America and the Caribbean. We call on the U.S. to abide by international law and the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter, and stop violating other countries' sovereignty and security, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Saturday."
China has long served as a political backer, financial lifeline and defiant ally for Venezuela. The U.S. capture of President Nicolas Maduro is seen as a severe test of the Beijing–Caracas partnership. Beijing issued strong condemnations, called for Maduro and his wife's immediate release, and characterized the action as a transgression of international law and a violation of Venezuelan sovereignty. China urged the U.S. to ensure personal safety, stop toppling Venezuela's government, and resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiation. Analysts broadly expect China’s reaction to remain largely rhetorical despite firm diplomatic protests and prior opposition to U.S. deployments.
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