China's aspirations to establish itself as a significant global power have been undermined by its lack of diplomatic support for Iran and its silence during U.S. intervention in Venezuela, according to veteran American diplomat Nicholas Burns. Bloomberg posted on X that Burns criticized China's approach, suggesting that its inaction in these international matters raises questions about its commitment to global leadership. The diplomat highlighted that China's failure to engage effectively in these situations could impact its credibility on the world stage. Burns' comments come amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and debates over China's role in international affairs.