Events At Usip

China-Venezuela relations were strong at the outset of the 21st Century, but there are indications that China may be growing dissatisfied with the status quo. These include failed infrastructure projects, labor disputes, the challenges of navigating oil embargos and, most importantly, Venezuela’s inability to repay billions of dollars in loans from China. These economic interests will most likely be an important consideration as Beijing navigates its possible involvement in resolving the crisis. On July 22, USIP hosted a discussion on the nature of the China-Venezuela relationship, the role China could realistically play in support of a negotiated political settlement and how Washington and Beijing may be able to find common ground on key issues. Speakers Keith Mines, opening remarks Director, Latin America Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace Adriana Erthal Abdenur, Executive Director, Plataforma CIPÓ (Brazil) Marialbert Barrios Deputy, Primero Justicia, National Assembly of Venezuela  Matthew Ferchen  Res