Venezuela
* As some Indicators can be skipped where data is unavailable, the maximum overall and Domain scores are not identical for each country. Country rankings are generated from ratios of the maximum scores and the achieved scores.
The Indicators have been classified by the stage of the influence process at which they occur. Some Indicators correspond to exposure to PRC influence, e.g. the presence of Confucius Institutes. Others test for pressure – such as visa denials to academics or journalists. Finally, some Indicators capture the effect of PRC influence, such as national policy changes in favor of PRC interests.
The individual Layer scores for each country are tallied and displayed via rankings.
Exposure
Exposure assesses the conditions that make the target country vulnerable to PRC's influence, e.g. in terms of economic dependence, or the receiving of some form of benefit.
Pressure
Pressure measures the actions that the PRC directly or indirectly exerts over the target country in order to change the behavior of people in the target country, e.g. in terms of threatening economic punishment to provoke/prevent a political decision.
Effect
Effect evaluates the degree of accommodations the target country makes to the PRC, and the actual effects and impacts on the target country.
In 2021, Venezuela had a GDP per capita of US$2,157 and a total population of 28.2 million people.
Venezuela established diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China in 1974. Venezuela was ranked 159th in Reporters Without Borders' 2022 World Press Freedom Index, and Not Free in Freedom House's 2022 Global Freedom Status, with a score of 14/100.
Percentage scores do not suggest some degree out of a “completely influenced” level of 100%. The percentages express the country’s score out of the total achievable amount based on the Indicators for each Domain.
- Media36.4% / 30.1%
- Academia29.5% / 34%
- Economy36.4% / 33.6%
- Society12.5% / 23.6%
- Military60.0% / 23.4%
- Law Enforcement18.2% / 30.2%
- Technology45.5% / 40.8%
- Domestic Politics56.8% / 37.2%
- Foreign Policy56.8% / 41%
Media
The Media Domain evaluates how PRC entities influence public debate and media coverage about the PRC in the Index country.
In my country, there are media organizations that belong to the World Chinese Media (世界华文媒体) network.
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Except for a few Facebook groups and some websites that publish information in Chinese for the Chinese community living in Venezuela, all of which have zero mainstream appeal, no media organizations/platforms were found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are journalists or media organizations which are members of the Belt and Road Media Cooperation Alliance/Union, the Belt and Road News Alliance, or other Belt and Road media networks that connected to PRC (e.g. Belt and Road Media Community, Belt and Road Journalists Network, Belt and Road News Network, or B&R TV Networks).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
None where found. If any do exist, they are irrelevant to the country’s media sphere.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are journalists, media organizations or online influencers who have attended all-expenses paid media tours in PRC.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
71 countries answered this indicator; 11 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the “3” level answer stems not only from the support links but also from my personal exchanges with Venezuelan journalists who have been invited by Beijing to attend media tours and undertake training courses. These types of invitations go back more than a decade.
- http://www.chinatoday.com.cn/zw2018/zgysj/201805/t20180522_800130433.html
- https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/wjbxw/t1682455.shtml
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are journalists, media organizations or online influencers who have received trainings from PRC state-owned media or PRC-connected entities.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
79 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the “3” level answer stems not only from the support links but also from my personal exchanges with Venezuelan journalists who have been invited by Beijing to attend media tours and undertake training courses. These types of invitations go back more than a decade.
- http://www.chinatoday.com.cn/zw2018/zgysj/201805/t20180522_800130433.html
- https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/mfa_eng/wjbxw/t1682455.shtml
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC state-media (including print, radio, and video) is broadcasted or distributed in a local language.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
while there are no PRC state-media broadcasted in Venezuela through local cable services, CGTN Spanish and Xinhua Spanish are available online for anyone to access. Also, Xinhua Spanish has an office in the country and up to 2018 the regional correspondent of CGTN Spanish was based in Venezuela. I personally know the CGTN correspondent who is now based in Colombia, and she corroborated the information. Also, Telesur, an international news channel sponsored by the Venezuelan government, uses CGTN Spanish footage daily. (Google search “CGTN Telesur” in the news section.)
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are local media outlets wholly or partly owned by PRC citizens or corporations.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found of media outlets wholly or partly owned by PRC citizens or corporations.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are media outlets that have delivered cheap or free contents provided by PRC state-fund media.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
79 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Telesur, an international news channel sponsored by the Venezuelan government, provides daily content from CGTN and/or Xinhua. Likewise, VTV Venezolana de Television, a state-owned TV channel that serves as the mouthpiece of the Venezuelan government, also regularly usus content from PRC state-fund media. Nonetheless, it could not be verified if the content is provided for free, paid, or through some kind of partnership between Chinese state media and Telesur and VTV.
- https://videos.telesurtv.net/es/content/270172
- https://www.telesurtv.net/news/china-lanza-mision-tripulada-estacion-espacial-20210616-0043.html
- https://www.vtv.gob.ve/xinhua-once-anos-despues-mujer-fotografia-emblematica-historia-vida-transformada/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are regular PRC state-media or government advertisements inserted within local newspapers, online news websites or social media.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
a review of mainstream Venezuelan media, both on their websites and in their print editions, does not show the presence of PRC media or government advertising.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are journalists who have had pressure exerted on them by the PRC, including (but not limited to) public denouncement, revocation of journalist ID, denial of visa.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence was found of journalists been pressured or coerced by the PRC government and/or related institutions. This is highly unlikely to happen in Venezuela since pressure and coercion are carried out by local authorities. There is no need for PRC to coerce/pressure local voices.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are incidents of media outlets censoring views critical of the PRC government.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
78 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence was found on the indicator. This is highly unlikely in Venezuela since most media outlets are either controlled or pressured to self-censor by local authorities. There is no need for either the PRC or local authorities and media outlets to censor views critical of the PRC.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are media personalities (including reporters, journalists or commentators) or celebrities who deny the existence of human rights abuses in the PRC (e.g. a media personality that doubts there are re-education camps for Uyghurs in Xinjiang).
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
in Venezuela government affiliated people make commentaries and post content online that cast doubt about human rights abuses in the PRC. It’s worth pointing out that most of these people, while they may have a presence in local media with their own TV shows or dedicated content on platforms like Youtube, they are better labeled as officials or affiliates of the Venezuelan government than media personalities.
- https://web.archive.org/web/20210701165203/https://twitter.com/ConElMazoDando/status/1410029328725839872
- https://twitter.com/Ivan_Zerpa/status/1280977556422844416
- https://twitter.com/Ivan_Zerpa/status/1273823389782687745
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Academia
The Academia Domain measures how the PRC state attempts to restrict academic freedom by influencing or interfering with the Index country’s academic and educational activities.
In my country, universities have established research partnerships with PRC-connected entities. (e.g. Huawei, Tencent or Alibaba)
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://fundacionandresbello.org/es/mapas-bibliometricos-de-la-cooperacion-cientifica-de-venezuela-caso-china/
- https://mppre.gob.ve/2019/02/25/estudiantes-venezolanos-china-organizativa-andreina-red-internacional-ayacucho-venezuela/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are Confucius Institutes/Classrooms.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
there is only 1 Confucius Institute in the country but it is very active and influential.
- http://ubv.edu.ve/index.php/courses/instituto-confucio/
- http://www.china.org.cn/world/Off_the_Wire/2016-12/17/content_39932760.htm
- https://america.cgtn.com/2019/10/13/mandarin-classes-in-venezuela-on-the-rise
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country plans to include, or does include, Chinese as a foreign language in K12 or primary education, and receives free or subsidized (e.g. offered below market price) educational books and teachers from PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the support links include the study pensum established by Venezuela’s Ministry of Education. It does not include the study of Chinese.
- http://www.cerpe.org.ve/tl_files/Cerpe/contenido/documentos/Actualidad%20Educativa/Curriculo%20Educacion%20Primaria%20Bolivariana.%202007.pdf
- https://dawere.com.ve/blog/2019/06/25/programa-de-estudios-de-bachillerato-segun-el-mppe-de-venezuela/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, one or more think tanks and academic research centers belong to PRC-affiliated networks/associations (such as: the Silk Road Think Tank Association, Silk Road Think Tank Network [SiLKS], Belt and Road Studies Network, University Alliance of the Silk Road, University Consortium of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Not Found
- http://www.esilks.org/about/members
- http://www.brsn.net/list/zhikujigou_en/index.html
- http://uasr.xjtu.edu.cn/About_UASR/Members.htm
- http://uasr.xjtu.edu.cn/About_UASR/Observers.htm
- http://www.ucmsr.com/route
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, think tanks and academic research centers have received financial support from PRC-connected individuals or entities.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
72 countries answered this indicator; 10 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In Venezuela there are two think tanks or research centers whose contents are quite close to the official discourse of the PRC. Although no public records of direct funding were accessible, it is extremely likely that both institutions receive support from a PRC affiliated institution. This affirmation stems from the fact that CVECH regularly organizes activities with CCP officials, while CEEDES coordinates content and activities with the Confucius Institute of the Bolivarian University of Venezuela.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, experts participate in PRC talent recruitment programs such as the Thousand Talents Program or Changjiang Scholars program.
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
79 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
there are only a few low-key documented cases of Venezuelan scholars/specialists participating in such programs. Nonetheless, over the last decade, many Venezuelans have travelled to China to participate in training programs which specifically stem from bilateral agreements.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, scholars have taken trips to the PRC paid for by PRC-connected individuals or entities.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
69 countries answered this indicator; 13 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
graduate scholarship programs sponsored by the Chinese government are commonplace in Venezuela. Likewise, students and professors from the think tank Centro Venezolano de Estudios sobre China go to China on a regularly basis, either to receive training or to attend academic events, all sponsored by the Chinese government or affiliate institution. Link Humania del Sur. Año 13, Nº 25. Julio-Diciembre, 2018. Neruska Rojas y Jesús Camejo. Apuntes sobre los estudios de China en Venezuela. pp. 103-120
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, organized PRC-connected student groups, such as Chinese Students and Scholars Associations (CSSAs), are involved in attempts to censor staff or students (e.g. by harassing students protesting human rights abuses in the PRC, or formally complaining about the identification of Taiwan as a country in lecture slides).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, scholars or academics have been denied visas to travel to the PRC after expressing opinions or producing scholarship that is critical of the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
75 countries answered this indicator; 7 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected entities have been involved in school or university curriculum design, such as courses about East Asian history, modern politics, etc.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence of this was found. Courses on Asia (politics, culture, history) at Venezuelan universities are very limited, so it’s highly unlikely that PRC-connected entities have been involved in school or university curriculum design.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are confirmed reports of teachers or professors avoiding the discussion of sensitive political issues (e.g. Uyghur re-education camps, Taiwan independence, Tiananmen Square Massacre).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
77 countries answered this indicator; 5 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
as mentioned in the previous indicator, courses on Asia (politics, culture, history) at Venezuelan universities are very limited, which is why topics on “sensitive political issues,” as defined by the PRC, or not part the curricula.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Economy
The Economy Domain measures the PRC’s economic leverage in the Index country, and how this is used to influence economic policy or corporate behavior in ways that favor the PRC.
The PRC is my country's number one trading partner (for trade in goods only).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
despite of troubled relationship between Venezuela and the United States, the United States continues to be the countries main trading partner.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
PRC-connected entities own more than 50% of my country’s sovereign debt.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Venezuela’s debt to China is estimated at USD 19,000,000, and the country’s sovereign debt stands at around USD 150,000,000,000.
- https://especiales.prodavinci.com/deudaexterna/
- https://www.project-syndicate.org/commentary/how-to-address-venezuela-debt-burden-by-ricardo-hausmann-et-al/spanish?barrier=accesspaylog
- https://www.dusselpeters.com/146.pdf
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
The PRC is the top customer for my country’s extractive industries.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
India is Venezuela’s top customer of Venezuela’s extractive industries.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-related entities own, operate or substantially control critical infrastructure (e.g. ports, power plants, digital data centers, etc) or sensitive sectors (biotech, raw materials, etc.)
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
several Chinese state-owned companies have a series of joint ventures with the Venezuelan government. The most important ones are in the oil and telecommunications sectors.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country joined (or applied to join) the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Venezuela is a prospective member of the AIIB, as the country has not yet paid its corresponding economic contribution.
- https://dialogochino.net/es/comercio-y-inversiones-es/39049-explicador-america-latina-y-el-banco-asiatico-de-inversion-en-infraestructura/
- https://www.aiib.org/en/about-aiib/governance/members-of-bank/index.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, major businesses are members of the Silk Road Chamber of International Commerce, or of the Belt and Road Industrial and Commercial Alliance, or of the Belt and Road General Chamber of Commerce.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found.
- http://www.srcic.com/silk-road-members/?page=3
- https://www.bricaistanbul.com/overview/brica-members/
- https://www.brgcc.hk/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has been the target of PRC economic coercion (e.g. trade or investment sanctions) that was specifically tailored at products or services that are highly dependent on the PRC market.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Aun cuando no ha existido una coerción de China en contra de Venezuela, entre otras razones porque la relación entre los dos Estados ha sido cordial, sí podemos llegar a decir que ha existido cierto tipo de condicionalidad económica impuesta por parte de China al momento de hacer negocios con este país suramericano.
- https://repository.urosario.edu.co/bitstream/handle/10336/11405/CardonaRomero-Ana-2015.pdf?sequence=1
- https://dusselpeters.com/CECHIMEX/CuadernosdelCechimex20131.pdf
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, local businesses have been harassed, threatened, or boycotted, due to their activities or statements in support of causes deemed unacceptable by the PRC government (e.g. Taiwanese independence, Hong Kong democracy, Tibet or Xinjiang issues, etc).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has free-trade agreement(s) with the PRC (either bilateral or as part of regional agreement(s)) that primarily deals with trade in goods or services, including digital goods or services.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, central or local governments have relaxed or removed regulatory restrictions, or have established special economic zones (or free trade zones, industrial parks, etc.) to attract investments or economic participation from the PRC.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
- http://spanish.xinhuanet.com/2018-03/23/c_137059245.htm
- http://www.mppef.gob.ve/33726-2/
- http://www.sela.org/es/prensa/servicio-informativo/20150825/si/18880/venezuela-establecera-zee-china
- https://politica-china.org/areas/politica-exterior/china-y-venezuela-impulso-continuidad-e-incertidumbres
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected entities requisitioned infrastructure or land for failure to repay debts in a timely manner.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://www.dusselpeters.com/146.pdf
- http://rvlj.com.ve/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Revista-No.-10-lI-19-56.pdf
- http://miguelangelsantos.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LIBRO.-FRAGMENTOS-DE-VENEZUELA.pdf
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Society
The Society Domain measures the extent and effectiveness of the PRC’s efforts to advance its soft power in the Index country, including its influence over the actions and views of local organizations and citizens.
In my country, there are local groups or organizations with words like “Promotion of Peaceful Reunification” in their name, and they regularly publicize their views on Taiwan, Hong Kong, Tibet and Xinjiang issues.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found. If groups do exist, they are irrelevant to the political and social discourse in the country.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are members and member organizations of United World Chinese Association (世界华人协会).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found. If groups do exist, they are irrelevant to the political and social discourse in the country.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, labor unions cooperate on exchanges or official visits to the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU) in the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found. This is highly unlikely since labor unions in Venezuela have mainly been critical of the operations of Chinese companies in the country.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are local reports of personnel linked to the UFWD who make appearances at Chinese diaspora community events and activities (e.g. Lunar New Year events, Dragon Boat festival tournaments, etc).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are PRC-connected professional associations that are closely engaged with their counterparts locally, such as All-China Journalists Association (中华全国新闻工作者协会), China Artists Association (中国艺术家协会), China Writers Association (中国作家协会) or All-China Women Federation (全国妇联).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected individuals or entities donate money or provide other types of support to religious communities and charities.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the PRC government or PRC-connected entities distribute entertainment products (including: drama and TV shows) or related hardwares (e.g. OTT streaming players hosting PRC media channels) freely or at a cheap price.
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The general programming of Venezuelan TV channels "Venezolana de Television" and "Televen" transmit Chinese soap operas and other TV programs but they are not popular.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Cultural products (such as films and TV shows) produced by my country’s production studios typically portray the PRC in a positive light.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
75 countries answered this indicator; 7 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the PRC and PRC related topics are basically nonexistent in local productions.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, celebrities regularly publish or share propaganda narratives from the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
local celebrities rarely publish content related to the PRC.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the national or local governments regularly publish or share propaganda narratives from the PRC (e.g. statements from the PRC government or embassies).
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
multiple Venezuelan government institutions and officials regularly publish and share propaganda narratives from the PRC, including de facto president Maduro.
- https://twitter.com/cancilleriave/status/1410435055466520576
- https://www.elnacional.com/venezuela/politica/maduro-se-solidariza-con-china-y-rechaza-protestas-en-hong-kong/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, a majority of citizens have positive views of the PRC government.
Skip
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
75 countries answered this indicator; 7 countries skipped this indicator
Supplementary Notes
we rather not answer the question since there are no surveys or information on the matter.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Military
The Military Domain gauges the bilateral military relationship between the PRC and the Index country, including PRC efforts to influence local military personnel.
My country currently imports (or receives in-kind donation of) military or law-enforcement equipment or components of equipment from the PRC.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://www.bbc.com/mundo/noticias-america-latina-41978949
- https://www.abc.es/internacional/abci-china-sustituye-rusia-como-principal-proveedor-armas-venezuela-201704052203_noticia.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country currently exports military or law-enforcement equipment or components of equipment to the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country co-develops or co-produces military or law-enforcement equipment with the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are reports that the PRC has expressed intentions or has taken actions to establish basing.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has participated in a humanitarian relief/disaster assistance (HADR) effort.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://www.dw.com/es/buque-hospital-chino-llega-a-venezuela/a-45604851
- https://www.globalresearch.ca/chinas-pla-troops-venezuela/5673593
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, People’s Liberation Army (PLA) military personnel are permanently or rotationally deployed (excluding defense attaches and peacekeepers).
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, members of the military have received professional military education from the PRC.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
- https://www.dw.com/es/maduro-anuncia-nuevo-consejo-militar-asesorado-por-rusia-ir%C3%A1n-y-cuba/a-55381503
- https://www.infobae.com/america/venezuela/2020/10/24/maduro-se-reunio-con-su-cupula-militar-para-estar-preparado-ante-posibles-agresiones-de-colombia/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, members of the military have received peacekeeping training from the PRC.
Skip
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supplementary Notes
members of the Venezuelan military have received training in PRC but we could not verify if training has been specifically in peacekeeping.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, high-ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence officers have received direct or deferred benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities openly or covertly (e.g. have been appointed to lucrative positions as board members or consultants with PRC-invested firms, casinos, energy companies, etc.) during or in retirement from public service.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
78 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Many high-ranking Venezuelan military officials have been involved in corruption scandals across the years, including many related to Sino Venezuelan joint-ventures and the acquisition of equipment/commercial goods in China, mostly in the form of middlemen or figureheads for front-companies.
- https://transparencia.org.ve/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Sanciones-Internacionales-TV-.pdf
- https://www.infobae.com/america/venezuela/2021/01/18/revelan-como-opera-la-red-liderada-por-alex-saab-testaferro-de-nicolas-maduro-para-comercializar-el-petroleo-venezolano/
- https://elpais.com/internacional/2021-10-18/ee-uu-busca-convertir-a-alex-saab-en-la-garganta-profunda-del-chavismo.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, high-ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence officials advocate for more coordination with the People’s Liberation Army (PLA).
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Vladimir Padrino Lopez, commander in chief of the Venezuelan Armed forces, is constantly advocating for mor coordination with the PLA, including in the book he published used as the first link.
- http://www.aviacion.mil.ve/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/La-Escala.pdf
- https://www.infobae.com/america/venezuela/2020/09/27/el-dictador-nicolas-maduro-ordeno-la-creacion-de-un-consejo-cientifico-militar-para-fabricar-armamento/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country cooperates with the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) on military exchange exercises, including drills and war games.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
- https://mazo4f.com/enterese-rusia-y-china-se-uniran-a-ejercicios-militares-por-bicentenario-de-angostura
- https://k.sina.cn/article_2160553221_m80c76d0503300voqi.html?ztpage=$ztpage
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Law Enforcement
The Law Enforcement Domain measures law enforcement cooperation between the PRC and the Index country, as well as the nature and extent of PRC-related criminal activity in the Index country.
My country currently maintains an extradition treaty, legal mutual assistance or other similar arrangements with the PRC.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
A pesar de que no existe un Tratado de Extradición entre ambos países, sí hay evidencia que permite afirmar que ha existido cierto tipo de intercambios de alto nivel relativos a los temas de justicia entre el Ministerio Público de Venezuela y la Fiscalía Popular Suprema de China. Adicionalmente, se tiene que en el año 2001 se firmó un Memorando de Cooperación entre los Tribunales Supremos de ambos países.
- http://spanish.peopledaily.com.cn/n3/2016/0322/c31620-9033745.html
- https://www.academia.edu/7624453/ACUERD_SUSCRITOS_ENTRE_LA_REPUBLICA_BOLIVARIANA_DE_VENEZUELA_Y_LA_REPUBLICA_POPULAR_CHINA_REGISTRADOS_POR_LA_EMBAJADA_EN_BEIJING_AL_25_DE_MARZO_2010
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, law enforcement authorities have signed cooperation agreements with the PRC on combatting terrorism.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Supplementary Notes
cooperation has been on the military side and at a government level, no evidence o specific cooperation of law enforcement authorities.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected gangs (such as Triad, 三合会) are known to be operating in my country.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are reports of economic espionage targeting the private sector that were suspected to benefit PRC-connected entities.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are reports of cyber attacks targeting government, critical infrastructure, or enterprises that were suspected to be initiated from the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
79 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
This is highly unlikely if not close to impossible due to the close relationship between the Venezuelan and the PRC governments.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, triads are known to have threatened or used violence to coerce, intimidate or punish Chinese dissidents.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found of triads operating in Venezuela.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has deployed video or internet surveillance systems from the PRC for law enforcement.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://www.infobae.com/america/the-new-york-times/2019/04/24/como-el-metodo-de-vigilancia-estatal-chino-y-su-tecnologia-represiva-se-expanden-por-todo-el-mundo/
- https://www.nytimes.com/es/2019/04/24/espanol/america-latina/ecuador-vigilancia-seguridad-china.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, representatives of the PRC police force have had joint patrols with local law enforcement.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My government has detained people at the request of the PRC for committing a crime involving engagements with social movements or resistance activities in Hong Kong, Xinjiang or for other human rights or civic rights issues.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has deported Taiwan citizens to the PRC to face prosecution.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has extradited or has deported individuals to the PRC, although such decisions had attracted criticisms from politicians, government employees or from local or foreign NGOs.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Technology
The Technology Domain gauges the PRC’s influence over the technology sector in the Index country, including the activity and financial leverage of PRC companies, use of PRC hardware, and bilateral research partnerships.
In my country, PRC-connected entities (such as China Mobile, China Unicom or China Telecom) or their subsidiaries provide telecom services.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
there are no telecommunications providers (cellphone coverage and internet services). Nonetheless, ZTE and Huawei provide telecommunications infrastructure equipment and support services.
- https://www.telesurtv.net/news/maduro-inversiones-huawei-eeuu-20190524-0001.html
- https://www.finanzasdigital.com/2021/02/la-infraestructura-nacional-de-telecomunicaciones-en-la-sociedad-de-la-informacion/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, telecoms have signed agreements to adopt hardwares or technical specifications of 4G or 5G cellular networks that are produced or developed by Huawei, ZTE or other PRC enterprises.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Huawei and ZTE are the main equipment providers of CANTV, Venezuela’s state-owned telecommunications provider, also one of the main providers of cellphone coverage in the country.
- https://www.computerworld.es/tecnologia/nicolas-maduro-anuncia-inversiones-en-huawei-para-el-desarrollo-del-4g-en-venezuela
- https://www.finanzasdigital.com/2021/02/la-infraestructura-nacional-de-telecomunicaciones-en-la-sociedad-de-la-informacion/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, telecoms have adopted hardware or technical specifications by PRC-connected entities in internet/wifi/telecommunication service infrastructure projects, in addition to 4G/5G cellular network.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
74 countries answered this indicator; 8 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Huawei and ZTE are the main equipment providers of CANTV, Venezuela’s state-owned telecommunications provider, also one of the main providers of cellphone coverage in the country.
- https://www.computerworld.es/tecnologia/nicolas-maduro-anuncia-inversiones-en-huawei-para-el-desarrollo-del-4g-en-venezuela
- https://www.finanzasdigital.com/2021/02/la-infraestructura-nacional-de-telecomunicaciones-en-la-sociedad-de-la-informacion/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected entities are authorized vendors to supply tech-related equipment or services to our government, military or security services.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the Venezuelan government has signed multiple agreements throughout the years with the PRC government and Chinese providers to acquire telecommunications, surveillance, and military equipment.
- https://elpitazo.net/politica/maduro-pago-1-080-millones-a-empresa-china-por-un-sistema-de-monitoreo/
- https://www.infodefensa.com/latam/2020/06/19/noticia-armada-venezuela-unidades-drones-mavic.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, central or local governments have collaboration (such as data collection or exchange agreement, or adoption of related hardwares) with the PRC government or PRC-connected entities on facial, voice recognition or other applications involving biometrics achieved by AI.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
79 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/venezuela-zte-es/
- https://www.infobae.com/america/venezuela/2020/11/30/como-opera-ceiec-la-empresa-estatal-china-que-ayuda-a-la-dictadura-de-nicolas-maduro-a-censurar-medios-digitales/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, one or more cities have procured, or have signed contracts with PRC-connected entities to establish “smart city” systems.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the central government has signed contracts with PRC-connected entities to establish “smart surveillance” systems, but no city has done so independently.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, financial institutions use the China Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) clearing and settlement services system.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the Venezuelan government has shown interest in the matter, but nothing has happened on this matter so far.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected venture capital invests in technology start-ups.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of this was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, companies have publicly announced that they had signed MOUs to collaborate on technological development (such as collaborations in A.I., Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Big Data) with PRC-connected entities.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
79 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
technological cooperation between the PRC and Venezuela has been at the government level. While some local companies have taken part on technological exchanges, it has all been through government-to-government agreements.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected entities are shareholders or developers of the top five popular social media/messaging apps, based on usage.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
the main social media/messaging apps used in the country are facebook, twitter, Instagram, youtube, and whatsapp
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the central or local government(s) has collaborated with the PRC on endorsing the use of BeiDou satellite navigation system.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Domestic Politics
The Domestic Politics Domain evaluates PRC efforts to influence the political landscape in the Index country, and the footprint of PRC security companies.
In my country, politicians or government employees at the sub-national level are signing agreements with the PRC government or state-owned enterprises.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Es importante destacar que entre los años 2000 y 2006, se firmaron hasta ocho Acuerdos, Memorandos de Entendimiento y/o Cartas de Intención, entre una serie de gobiernos subnacionales de Venezuela y Provincias Chinas. Esta información se encuentre en el link número 1 de esta respuesta. Sin embargo, es difícil descifrar cuales de ellos aún se encuentran vigentes y cuales no. En segundo lugar, cabe destacar la visita del Gobernador del Estado Miranda de Venezuela, Héctor Rodríguez a China en el año 2018. De acuerdo con las declaraciones oficiales se firmaron una serie de acuerdos entre esta provincia venezolana y una serie de empresas de la Provincia de Guandong en China.
- https://www.academia.edu/7624453/ACUERD_SUSCRITOS_ENTRE_LA_REPUBLICA_BOLIVARIANA_DE_VENEZUELA_Y_LA_REPUBLICA_POPULAR_CHINA_REGISTRADOS_POR_LA_EMBAJADA_EN_BEIJING_AL_25_DE_MARZO_2010
- http://www.miranda.gob.ve/index.php/miranda-acordo-negocios-por-132-millones-de-petros-con-paises-euroasiaticos/
- http://www.miranda.gob.ve/index.php/empresarios-chinos-visitaran-empresas-mirandinas/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, local municipalities have sister-city ties (友好城市) with municipalities in the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, politicians or government employees have taken trips to the PRC paid for by PRC-connected individuals or entities.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
73 countries answered this indicator; 9 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Trips by government and military officials from Venezuela to the PRC paid for by PRC-connected individuals or entities have been commonplace for over a decade.
- https://efectococuyo.com/politica/diosdado-cabello-viaja-a-china-donde-se-reune-con-funcionarios-del-partido-comunista/
- https://form.chinaindex.citw.io/edit.php?t=country_5&id=25
- http://www.tsj.gob.ve/-/presidente-del-tsj-inicia-visita-oficial-a-china-para-afianzar-lazos-de-cooperacion-judicial
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, politicians or government employees visit the PRC and have meetings with PRC officials and think tanks.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Venezuelan politicians visit the PRC and have meetings with PRC officials and think tanks on a regular basis.
- https://web.archive.org/web/20201031194943/https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/esp/wjb/zzjg/ldmzs/gjlb/v3538/3540/t1704399.shtml
- http://mppre.gob.ve/2020/12/11/embajador-plasencia-reunion-cooperacion-partido-comunista-china/
- http://mppre.gob.ve/2020/01/16/canciller-arreaza-reunion-china-partido-comunista/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, law enforcement and judicial related training offered the PRC-connected individuals or entities has been accepted by national or subnational governments.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
enforcement and judicial related training offered by PRC-connected individuals or entities is commonplace in Venezuela.
- https://www.maibortpetit.info/2020/01/conoce-todos-los-detalles-del-sistema.html
- http://es.redglobe.org/2020/09/24/delegacion-venezolana-participa-en-sesion-informativa-organizada-por-el-partido-comunista-de-china/
- https://mppre.gob.ve/2020/09/24/delegacion-venezolana-participa-sesion-informativa-organizada-partido-comunista-china/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are reports of politicians or political parties receiving campaign donations that originate in the PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
78 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
This is prohibited by Venezuelan law, and no evidence was found on illegal funding.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, groups with reported links to the United Front Work Department (UFWD) have hosted fundraisings or have provided other forms of support for government employees, politicians or parties.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, groups with reported links to the United Front Work Department (UFWD) have made public statements opposing the candidacy of a local political candidate or party, claiming them being “anti-China”.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No evidence found.
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In my country, politicians or government employees have publicly expressed positive views of the PRC government.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- http://www.mppre.gob.ve/2020/12/03/embajador-chavez-logros-politica-reforma-revolucion-china/
- https://www.bloomberg.com/latam/blog/por-que-china-deberia-cambiar-su-posicion-en-venezuela/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, politicians or government employees have received direct or deferred benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities openly or covertly (e.g. have been appointed to lucrative positions as board members or consultants with PRC-invested firms, casinos, energy companies, etc.) during or in retirement from public office.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
73 countries answered this indicator; 9 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
cases of bribes, back-door dealings, and corruption that have benefitted local politicians and military officials abound in the China Venezuela relationship.
- https://elpais.com/internacional/2018/11/27/actualidad/1543315819_586995.html
- https://transparencia.org.ve/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Negocios-Chinos-Transparencia-Venezuela-agosto-2020.pdf
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In my country, security services (安保/保安) offered by private PRC companies are contracted by national or subnational governments.
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
back in 2013, Venezuela and China signed several military and security agreements that are still in effect. Famous among them was the case of 中国电子进出口有限公司, that was recently sanctioned by the US government for supplying the Maduro regime with security and surveillance equipment and training to control dissidence in the country.
- https://web.archive.org/web/20220125215234/http://www.minci.gob.ve/venezuela-y-china-reafirman-alianza-estrategica-con-28-acuerdos/
- https://web.archive.org/web/20210227053311/http://www.flacso.org/sites/default/files/I%20Boletin%20China-AL%20y%20el%20Caribe.pdf
- https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sm1194
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Foreign Policy
The Foreign Policy Domain gauges PRC efforts to achieve diplomatic objectives by influencing key actors in the Index country.
My country’s legislature has a joint parliamentary friendship group, committee or other forms of sub-organizations with PRC.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
4/ Yes
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
there is no such group or committee established, nonetheless, as the support links indicate, there have been talks about establishing an interparliamentary friendship group.
- http://ve.china-embassy.org/esp/zwgx/t1872075.htm
- http://www.mppre.gob.ve/2021/04/27/venezuela-china-evaluan-conformacion-grupo-amistad-interparlamentario/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Representatives of a political party in my country’s national legislature have met officially with representatives of the PRC.
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
82 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
high level meetings between Venezuela’s national legislature have officially met with representatives of the PRC on multiple occasions dating back over a decade.
- https://web.archive.org/web/20210724043316/http://china.embajada.gob.ve/noticias-mision/embajador-de-china-en-venezuela-agradecio-encuentro-con-el-presidente-de-la-anc-para-estrechar-lazos/
- http://www.mppre.gob.ve/2021/04/27/venezuela-china-evaluan-conformacion-grupo-amistad-interparlamentario/
- http://www.mppre.gob.ve/2019/10/14/presidente-anc-venezuela-visita-china/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
The PRC provides training to diplomats or civil servants on governance from my country (such as at 国家行政学院 or 中央党校).
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
from 2012 onwards, the PRC government partnered with the Government of Venezuela to train Venezuelan public officials in various areas, especially those related to Public Administration issues. In 2015, an agreement was signed for the realization of training sessions for mid- and high-level public officials of the Venezuelan Government. Although the links are from 2014 and 1015 respectively, these training programs are still ongoing.
- http://www.minci.gob.ve/china-y-venezuela-rubrican-16-nuevos-convenios-de-desarrollo-en-caracas/
- https://www.elimpulso.com/2012/05/25/china-donara-dinero-a-venezuela-para-formacion-de-funcionarios-publicos-de-alto-nivel/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, politicians or government employees have been pressured by PRC diplomats to change their political or diplomatic stances.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found. This is highly unlikely to happen in Venezuela given that government-to-government relations are very close, so there is no need for the PRC to exert pressure on local politicians.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Citizens of my country have been detained in PRC or denied exit visas, and believed to be suffering from unfair legal treatments for political reasons, a.k.a. “hostage diplomacy”.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence was found. This is highly unlikely to happen in Venezuela given that government-to-government relations are very close, so there is no need for the PRC to exert pressure on local politicians.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
The head of state, head of government or foreign minister of my country has denied Taiwan’s right to participate as a member, observer or guest in WHO.
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
4/ Yes
79 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no evidence of the indicator was found.
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My country publicly supported the appointment of a PRC official to be the head of a United Nations agency (such as the FAO or ICAO) or other intergovernmental organizations (such as INTERPOL).
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
0/ No
1/ Few, but insignificant
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3/ Few, but significant
4/ More than a few, and significant
73 countries answered this indicator; 9 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://mppre.gob.ve/2019/06/23/bolivarian-government-fao-general-director-qu-dongyu/
- https://revistacicpc.com/el-director-del-cicpc-envia-sus-felicitaciones-al-nuevo-presidente-de-interpol/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My government has shown support of PRC's territorial claims (such as on the South China Sea arbitration ruling issued by the UNCLOS Arbitral Tribunal in July 2016; except claims over Taiwan, which are indirectly covered in indicator 6.)
Support
Skipped
0/ My country has rejected PRC’s claim
2/ My country has remained silent
4/ My country has adhered to PRC’s claim
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- http://ve.china-embassy.org/esp/sgxx/t1363723.htm
- https://thediplomat.com/2016/07/who-supports-china-in-the-south-china-sea-and-why/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has shown one of the following stances on PRC’s treatment of its Uyghur population.
Support
Skipped
0/ My country has denounced PRC
2/ My country has remained silent
4/ My country has voiced support to PRC’s stance
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://www.voanews.com/east-asia-pacific/coalition-countries-calls-access-uyghur-internment-camps-xinjiang-region
- https://www.telesurtv.net/news/portavoz-de-china-en-venezuela-fija-postura-sobre-xinjiang-20190808-0029.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has shown one of the following stances on PRC’s treatment of its Tibet population.
Silence
Skipped
0/ My country has denounced PRC
2/ My country has remained silent
4/ My country has voiced support to PRC’s stance
80 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
no official statements on Tibet by the Venezuelan government have been recorded over the last years.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My government has not publicly criticized the PRC’s imposition of the National Security Law on Hong Kong.
Support
Skipped
0/ My country has denounced PRC
2/ My country has remained silent
4/ My country has voiced support to PRC’s stance
81 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
- https://web.archive.org/web/20200101010000/http://china.embajada.gob.ve/comunicado/venezuela-apoya-adopcion-de-ley-sobre-sistema-legal-en-hong-kong-aprobada-por-asamblea-popular-nacional-de-china/
- https://mundo.sputniknews.com/20200701/venezuela-expresa-respaldo-a-la-aprobacion-de-la-ley-de-seguridad-nacional-de-hong-kong-1091938318.html
- https://mppre.gob.ve/comunicado/venezuela-ley-hong-kong-china/
- http://www.chinacelacforum.org/esp/zgtlmjlbgjgx_2/202007/t20200702_6577288.htm
- http://spanish.xinhuanet.com/2020-07/02/c_139181378.htm
- https://ultimasnoticias.com.ve/noticias/politica/venezuela-saluda-ley-de-seguridad-para-hong-kong-aprobada-por-china/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.