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China on Thursday condemned an American military buildup off the coast of Venezuela amid the Trump administration's effort to combat drug cartels, accusing Washington of engaging in foreign interference.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning was speaking with reporters when she was asked about the naval deployment.

"China opposes any move that violates the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and a country’s sovereignty and security," Ning said. "We oppose the use or threat of force in international relations and the interference of external forces in Venezuela’s internal affairs under any pretext."

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