China, Venezuela lift ties to comprehensive strategic partnership   

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Venezuelan counterpart Nicolas Maduro agreed in Caracas on Sunday to upgrade their two countries' ties from a strategic partnership for common development to a comprehensive strategic partnership. [Special coverage]

No alarm for US as China, Venezuela cement ties

Just like always, voices of suspicion have emerged in the West, speculating the so-called "hidden agenda" behind the visits.

The case of Venezuela presents a particular concern for the United States, which sees the country as an eyesore in a region that it has repeatedly and disrespectfully called its "backyard." >>>

Caracas seeks to lure more Chinese tourists

The world's highest waterfall inspired the setting of the film, and she was so impressed that she decided to visit Venezuela.

It was a tough trip but she says it was worthwhile. >>>

Chinese president arrives in Venezuela for state visit

In remarks made upon arrival, Xi said the sincere friendship between China and Venezuela spans the vast oceans between them, and lauded the bilateral strategic partnership for common development.