China reiterates its normal relations with Venezuela

BEIJING, Feb. 14 (Xinhua) -- China on Thursday reiterated its normal state-to-state relations with Venezuela.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying made the comments at a news briefing when asked about recent remarks by the U.S. special envoy for Venezuela Elliott Abrams that China may stop supplying loans to Venezuela considering its repayment ability.

"The pragmatic cooperation between China and Venezuela is based on principles of equality, mutual benefit, common development and commercial rules, and is legitimate and beneficial to both peoples," Hua said.

"China will continue to adhere to such principles in carrying out exchanges and cooperation with Venezuela in various areas," Hua added.