Wang Yi had a phone call with the Foreign Minister of Venezuela, Heraldo Muoz.

On the 17th, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, had a phone conversation with Venezuelan Foreign Minister Hill at his request. Hill briefed on the current situation in Venezuela, emphasizing that the Venezuelan government and people will firmly defend the country's sovereignty and independence, and will firmly uphold their legitimate rights, and will not accept any threats of bullying. Wang Yi stated that China and Venezuela are strategic partners, mutual trust and support are the tradition of China-Venezuela relations. China opposes all unilateral bullying and supports countries in defending their sovereignty and national dignity. Venezuela has the right to independently develop mutually beneficial cooperation with other countries, and believes that the international community understands and supports Venezuela in maintaining its legitimate rights and interests.