Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reiterated Beijing’s opposition to unilateralism in international affairs during a regular press briefing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The remarks came in response to questions about escalating tensions in Venezuela, as global attention remains focused on regional stability in Latin America.
“No country can act as the world’s police, nor can it claim the role of international judge,” Mao stated, emphasizing China’s long-standing principle of non-interference in sovereign states’ internal affairs. She called for adherence to the UN Charter and respect for nations’ rights to independently choose their development paths, particularly urging major countries to “lead by example.”
The comments align with China’s recent diplomatic efforts to promote multilateral frameworks, especially as geopolitical competition intensifies across Asia and beyond. Analysts suggest this stance reinforces Beijing’s positioning as a stabilizing force in Global South relations, while business leaders monitor implications for cross-continental trade partnerships.
