[Will China’s oil interests be affected by the new agreement between Venezuela and the United States? Ministry of Foreign Affairs: China-Venezuela cooperation should not be interfered by third parties] September 7th, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning hosted a regular press conference on September 7th. When asked by a foreign media reporter, Venezuela stated that the agreement between Venezuela and China will be abided by and the Chinese joint venture will continue to operate. Has Venezuela given a guarantee to Beijing to ensure that China’s oil interests will not be affected by the new agreement reached between Venezuela and the United States? Mao Ning emphasized that the cooperation between China and Venezuela is protected by international law and the laws of the two countries. It has nothing to do with third parties and should not be interfered by third parties. China's legitimate rights and interests in Venezuela must be protected. (The Paper)