China today reaffirmed its policy of continuity and stability toward Latin America and the Caribbean. Again condemning the United States’ military actions in Venezuela and rejecting threats against Colombia and Cuba.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian stated that, regardless of changes in the international situation. China has been a good friend and partner of Latin American and Caribbean countries.
He noted that Beijing’s policy toward the region is based on non-interference in internal affairs. Respect for the decisions of the people, and the absence of ideological lines.
Moreover he pointed out that exchanges and cooperation follow the principles of equal treatment, mutual benefit, and shared results. Without seeking spheres of influence or attacking third parties.
Lin reiterated Beijing’s willingness to deepen mutual strategic trust and support one another on issues of core interests. Such as sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity. He indicated that China supports the countries of the region in choosing a development path suited to their national conditions and opposes hegemony and power politics.
In response to a question about Venezuela, he expressed concern over the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife by the United States and their removal from the country.
He stressed that these actions violate international law and the principles of the UN Charter. While reiterating the call for Washington to guarantee their personal safety and release them immediately.
He added that China supports the UN Security Council in convening an emergency meeting on the US military attack on Venezuela and in fulfilling its responsibilities.
Regarding President Donald Trump’s threats against Colombia and Cuba, Lin affirmed that China supports the status of Latin America and the Caribbean as a Zone of Peace. Also opposes actions that violate international law and the UN Charter. The spokesperson rejected any use or threat of force and all external interference in the internal affairs of Latin American countries under any pretext.
Previously, Foreign Minister Wang Yi had expressed Beijing’s rejection of any single nation acting as the “world’s policeman” and international judge.
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on January 5th, to address the military aggression against Venezuela. Amid widespread international condemnation of these events.
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