Lacalle Pou demands elections in Venezuela and reopens Uruguay's foreign policy debate
Former Uruguayan president Luis Lacalle Pou has called for a democratic transition in Venezuela and questioned the terms of the oil agreement reached between the United States and Delcy Rodríguez's government, in an intervention that has revived debate over Uruguay's international position.
Former Uruguayan president Luis Lacalle Pou is urging for a democratic shift in Venezuela and reiterating Uruguay's stance on foreign policy. Lacalle Pou criticized the US-Venezuela oil deal, stating it lacks legitimate elections and sovereignty. His comments have reignited the debate over Uruguay's international position, following Uruguay's break with Venezuela in 1976 due to political unrest.
Lacalle Pou's party has been vocal about democracy and free elections in the region, emphasizing the importance of legitimate rulers and institutions. Recently, Uruguay's President Yamandú Orsi met with opposition leaders ahead of a UN speech, indicating a potential shift in Uruguay's international approach. However, some opposition senators question the timing of these remarks, noting the US intervention in Venezuela occurred eight months ago without elections.
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