China demanded the protection of its interests in Venezuela, at a time of diplomatic tension following the oil agreement reached between the United States and the Venezuelan government.
The Chinese state-owned companies CNPC and Sinopec maintain significant interests in the Venezuelan oil sector, representing a strategic position for Beijing in the region.
This position results from the close bilateral economic relationship developed between China and Venezuela throughout the Chavez era, which consolidated the presence of Chinese companies in the South American country.
The Chinese request arises in a context of rearrangement of oil alliances in Venezuela, with the Caracas government moving closer to the United States, which calls into question Beijing's investments and historical influence in the country.
