Progressive leaders gathered in Uruguay denounce US interference and acknowledge their own mistakes
The opening session of the third Pan-American Congress, held on Friday at the Legislative Palace in Montevideo, combined criticism of United States policy towards Latin America with calls for self-criticism within progressive forces. More than 150 lawmakers, former presidents, ministers and political figures from fifteen countries are taking part, according to organisers.
The third Pan-American Congress, held in Montevideo, Uruguay, brought together over 150 lawmakers and political figures from fifteen countries to discuss US interference in Latin America and the need for self-criticism within progressive forces. Former Chilean president Gabriel Boric criticized what he called a "new imperialism" driven by the US and urged his own allies to acknowledge the illegitimacy of Maduro's presidency in Venezuela.
US Representative Pramila Jayapal shifted the conversation to domestic policy, defending a foreign policy based on dialogue and diplomacy. The forum, organized by Colombia since 2024, aims to address themes such as peace, security, sustainable development, digital sovereignty, and wellbeing and care.
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