China Reaffirms Support for Cuba After New US Threats

China reaffirmed its support for Cuba today in defending its national sovereignty and security. Following recent threats from US President Donald Trump.

In response to a question from Prensa Latina, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized the Asian giant’s opposition to foreign interference in the affairs of the Caribbean island.

“We once again urge the United States to immediately end the blockade, sanctions, and any form of coercive measures against Cuba. As this would benefit regional peace and stability,” the spokesperson stated.

In response to another question regarding US interference in Venezuela’s economic affairs. Following Washington’s military aggression against Caracas. Mao Ning stressed that Latin American nations are sovereign and independent states with the right to independently choose their partners.

“Regardless of how the situation develops, China will continue to deepen practical cooperation with Latin American countries. Including Venezuela, to promote mutual benefit,” she noted. On several occasions, the Chinese Foreign Ministry urged the United States to lift the embargo as soon as posible. Also to remove the island from the so-called list of state sponsors of terrorism.

Beijing and Havana celebrated the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year. Furthermore, the community of shared future between China and Cuba is the first such agreement established by the Asian giant with a Latin American country.

Donald Trump stated the day before that he would cut off Venezuelan goods and money to the island. In addition to reiterating his threats to attack the country directly.

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez categorically rejected any accusations against the Caribbean nation and questioned Washington’s moral authority to pass judgment on the Cuban reality.

With information from Prensa Latina

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