Beijing condemns U.S. blockade announced by President Trump.
On Thursday, the Chinese government voiced its support for Venezuela’s request for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), following the blockade announced by U.S. President Donald Trump against the South American country.
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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said China “opposes all unilateral intimidation and supports all countries in safeguarding their sovereignty and national dignity.”
“Venezuela has the right to independently develop mutually beneficial cooperation with other countries,” Guo said.
“The international community understands and supports Venezuela’s position in protecting its legitimate rights and interests,” the spokesperson added.
These airstrikes are revolting.@PeteHegseth must be arrested and tried for war crimes. https://t.co/mjwPqplxGq
— CODEPINK (@codepink) December 18, 2025
On Wednesday, Venezuela requested an emergency UNSC meeting following the blockade announced by Trump. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke by phone with Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil, conveying China’s support amid escalating U.S. measures against the government of President Nicolas Maduro.
Trump announced this week a “total blockade” against sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, marking a significant escalation of the military deployment he launched in August in Caribbean waters under the pretext of combating drug trafficking.
Caracas, however, says the move is aimed at promoting a “regime change.” In recent weeks, Beijing has condemned U.S. actions, labeling them “interference” in Venezuela’s internal affairs.
Despite the illegal actions taken by the #US against Venezuela’s oil and mineral trade, #Venezuela will continue to trade its natural resources #legally, says Venezuelan President #NicolasMaduro. pic.twitter.com/0nZJ5tKckR
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish) December 18, 2025
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Source: EFE
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