China Urges US to Release Venezuelan President Maduro Amid Rising Tensions

China's Call for Dialogue

Beijing: On Sunday, China urged the United States to immediately release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his spouse, advocating for resolution through dialogue and negotiation.

A statement from the Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed serious concern regarding the US's actions in forcibly removing Maduro and his wife from Venezuela.

This act is deemed a violation of international law, fundamental norms of international relations, and the principles outlined in the UN Charter.

The statement further called for the US to ensure the safety of Maduro and his wife, cease efforts to destabilize the Venezuelan government, and engage in constructive dialogue.

Earlier, the ministry condemned US airstrikes on Venezuela and the apprehension of Maduro and his wife, labeling it a hegemonic move that grossly breaches international law.

China expressed deep shock and strong condemnation of the US's overt use of force against a sovereign nation and its leader, in response to President Trump's announcement regarding military actions against Venezuela.

Such actions by the US are seen as a serious infringement on international law and Venezuela's sovereignty, posing a threat to peace and security in Latin America and the Caribbean.

China firmly opposes these actions, urging the US to respect international law and the principles of the UN Charter, and to refrain from violating the sovereignty and security of other nations.

The potential downfall of Maduro's government and his capture by the US is viewed as a significant setback for Beijing, which has maintained close strategic relations with Venezuela since the era of Maduro's predecessor, Hugo Chávez.

Over the past two decades, China's partnership with Venezuela has been founded on political alignment, energy collaboration, and mutual opposition to US and Western influence in the region.

Despite US sanctions, China has emerged as a key buyer of Venezuelan oil and has been a major investor and lender, providing tens of billions in oil-backed loans.