Why China is standing by Nicolas Maduro
China is Venezuela’s biggest creditor, has invested heavily in its oil industry and regards President Maduro as its strongest ally in South America.
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China‘s leaders have reason to be especially concerned about the turmoil in Venezuela.
It is regarded as China’s staunchest ally in South America – a friendship that has been underpinned by huge loans, investments and weapons sales.
Al Jazeera’s Adrian Brown reports from Beijing.
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Published On 30 Jan 2019