China Condemns Maduro's Arrest, Calls US Actions 'Hegemonic'

• China issued a delayed and 'worn-out' statement condemning the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
• The Chinese Foreign Ministry 'strongly condemned' the US for using force against a sovereign state and its president.
• Beijing labeled US actions as 'hegemonic,' a violation of international law, and a threat to peace in Latin America and the Caribbean.
• Maduro reportedly met with a Chinese official hours before his arrest, a meeting that allegedly angered Trump.
• China emphasized its close ties with Maduro, despite the seemingly lukewarm official response.

Why It Matters: China condemned US actions against Maduro as hegemonic, despite a delayed and understated official response.