China Slams Trump Venezuela Oil Statement as Blatant Interference
China has denounced the U.S. for 'blatant interference' following Donald Trump's statement about taking Venezuela's oil, citing violations of international law and sovereignty.
Sovereignty isn't for sale, and China is making sure the world knows it. Following Donald Trump's bold claim that the U.S. would take Venezuela's oil, Beijing has fired back with a scathing condemnation, accusing Washington of violating international law.
Trump Venezuela Oil Statement Ignites Geopolitical Firestorm
On January 7, 2026, the global diplomatic stage saw a sharp escalation. According to Reuters, China's foreign ministry officially denounced the U.S. stance. The controversy stems from Trump's recent assertions regarding the direct seizure or control of South American oil reserves to bolster American interests—a move critics call a throwback to 20th-century resource imperialism.
China Cites International Law in Defense of Sovereignty
Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning didn't mince words during Wednesday's briefing. She described the U.S. actions as a breach of international norms, stating that "Venezuela is a sovereign state and has full permanent sovereignty over all its natural resources." This rhetorical clash highlights the deepening rift between the two superpowers over how global resources should be managed and respected.
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