U.S. recognition of Maduro sparks Chinese online debate over Taiwan’s sovereignty.

Chinese social media platforms are praising the U.S. decision to recognize Nicolás Maduro as Venezuela’s president, framing it as a potential precedent for Taiwan. Online commentators argue the move shows the U.S. prioritizes strategic interests over democratic norms, suggesting similar flexibility could apply to Taiwan. While not reflecting official Chinese government policy, these narratives align with broader efforts to challenge U.S. credibility on sovereignty issues amid rising U.S.-China tensions.