China reacted to the deployment of U.S. assets off the Venezuelan coast, saying it opposes "the use of force or threats in international relations"

The Venezuelan government has also taken a tough stand on America's decision. In response to America's threats, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said that he would deploy 4.5 million militia fighters. He said that his country will not be afraid of America's threats, and all necessary steps will be taken to protect its people.

Beijing is likely to increase its economic support for Venezuela, its only all-weather strategic partner in South America, as tensions rise between Washington and Caracas. However, analysts suggest that China will hold back on direct military aid or actions that could provoke a direct confrontation with the United States.

Beijing's reaction follows US President Donald Trump's order to send 3 warships to intercept drug shipments off coast of South America, including near Venezuela - Anadolu Ajansı

China Concord Resources Corp has begun developing two Venezuelan oilfields, planning to invest more than $1 billion in a project to produce 60,000 barrels per day of crude oil by end-2026, an executive directly involved in the project said.

China Concord Resources Corp is investing over $1 billion in two Venezuelan oilfields to produce 60,000 barrels per day by 2026. This marks a unique investment by a private Chinese entity, navigating challenges posed by international sanctions and leveraging new legal frameworks under Venezuela's Anti-Blockade Law.

Private Chinese firm CCRC is investing $1 billion to boost Venezuelan oil output to 60,000 bpd by 2026, filling a gap left by sanctions-driven withdrawals of major companies.

Chevron regains license to operate in Venezuela as Trump shifts foreign policy, despite criticism from Secretary Rubio and concerns about benefiting Maduro's government.

China Concord Resources Corp plans to invest over $1 billion in two Venezuelan oilfields, aiming to produce 60,000 barrels per day of crude by 2026. This marks a notable private investment amid international sanctions on Venezuela.

This video shows PLA Navy frigate the Liuzhou issuing radio warnings to the USS Higgins during the U.S. warship's "freedom of navigation operation" near contested Scarborough Shoal.