China has criticised the United States over what it described as the use of force in Venezuela, warning that such actions threaten peace and stability across Latin America. The Chinese Foreign Ministry said it supports the convening of a United Nations Security Council meeting to address the situation.
Speaking at a briefing on Monday, ministry spokesperson Lin Jian called for the immediate release of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and reaffirmed China’s longstanding cooperation with the Venezuelan government. He said Beijing maintains positive and open communication with Caracas despite shifting global political dynamics.
Lin stressed that China remains committed to being a reliable partner to Latin American countries, regardless of changes in the international environment. He added that China supports sovereignty, dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes in the region, rather than military intervention.
The spokesperson also confirmed that no Chinese citizens or personnel were affected by the reported US strike in Venezuela. The comments come amid rising tensions between Washington and Beijing over influence in Latin America and broader geopolitical rivalries.