Chinese President Xi Jinping and Venezuelan President Nicol\u00e1s Maduro pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation during a meeting on Friday, underscoring their nations' shared commitment to economic development and multilateralism. The leaders convened on the sidelines of events commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War victory.
Xi emphasized China's "unwavering support" for Venezuela's efforts to maintain national sovereignty and social stability, describing the partnership as "a model of mutual respect and mutual benefit." Analysts suggest this meeting reinforces Beijing's strategic engagement with energy-rich nations amid shifting global supply chains.
Maduro outlined plans to expand collaboration across multiple sectors including technology, agriculture, and education, stating: "Our all-weather partnership transcends geopolitical challenges, bringing concrete benefits to both populations." The talks come as Chinese investments in Venezuelan infrastructure projects reach $62 billion since 2007.
