Trump’s attack leaves China worried about its interests in Venezuela | Amy Hawkins

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Amy HawkinsJanuary 5, 2026 at 04:51 PM

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Following the U.S. seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, China is expressing concern over its interests in Venezuela and its broader influence in Latin America. Prior to his capture, Maduro met with a Chinese envoy, reaffirming strong ties between the two nations. China has condemned the U.S. action, calling for Maduro's release and supporting a UN Security Council meeting. China views the U.S. action as imperialistic and worries Venezuela may be the first of similar interventions in Latin America. China has significantly increased its investment and diplomatic efforts in Latin America, and Venezuela is a major recipient of Chinese loans, totaling over $100 billion between 2000 and 2023.

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Colombia 40% Xi Jinping 50% Caracas 50% Beijing ×250% Qiu Xiaoqi 60% Wang Yi ×260% Latin America ×470% United States ×480% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×780% Donald Trump ×390% Venezuela ×790% China ×990%

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china 90% venezuela 90% us intervention 80% latin america 70% chinese investment 60% strategic partnership 60% international relations 50% geopolitical influence 50% economic interests 40%

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