China has stepped up and called on the U.S. to drop its sanctions against Venezuela 🇻🇪, urging a halt to what it calls \"illegal unilateral sanctions\" and interference in internal affairs.
At a recent press briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian didn't hold back. 😲 He emphasized China's firm opposition to the U.S.'s actions, particularly the seizure of Citgo Petroleum Corporation, a U.S.-based subsidiary of Venezuela's state-owned PDVSA.
Venezuela isn't happy either. They've slammed the U.S.'s move as a \"forced sale\" and \"a new episode of multifaceted aggression.\" 💥 Ouch.
Lin Jian highlighted that China always stands by the UN Charter and international norms. He called for the U.S. to \"immediately and completely\" stop interfering in Venezuela's business and to do more to promote peace and development. ✌️
Why does this matter? Well, sanctions can have a big impact on a country's economy and its people. And when major players like China and the U.S. clash over such issues, it can ripple across the globe. 🌍
So, what do you think? Should the U.S. lift the sanctions? Let us know! 💬
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China urges U.S. to abolish illegal unilateral sanctions on Venezuela
cgtn.com
