China is methodically leveraging America’s entanglement in Venezuela and Iran to bolster its global influence, a new report reveals. Rather than direct military involvement, Beijing promotes economic cooperation as its pathway to stability, though critics question the sincerity of this approach.
Deepening partnerships with sanctioned states like Maduro’s Venezuela and Iran’s theocratic rulers cast doubt on China’s stabilizing image. Beijing’s territorial ambitions in Taiwan and Tibet further contradict its non-interventionist rhetoric, leading wary countries to label it aggressive expansion.
The assessment notes: ‘With the US bogged down in simultaneous crises, China is repositioning as a pillar of order in world affairs.’ This reflects a broader ambition to redefine global governance standards.
America’s Venezuela focus underscores efforts to safeguard its backyard hegemony, but China counters via unconditional infrastructure deals in Latin America and the Caribbean through China-CELAC ties.
On Iran, China’s persistent commerce despite US sanctions positions it as a steadfast ally, securing vital energy supplies and challenging Western isolation tactics.
Such tactics mirror past eras when emerging giants exploited US distractions, hinting at an era of multipolar realignment where China’s economic diplomacy reigns supreme.
