Venezuela's interim President promises fresh elections
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez has told the UN General Assembly that the country would hold elections as part of a transition to "full democracy", but did not give a specific date for the vote.
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez has pledged fresh elections as the country transitions towards full democracy, though no specific date was announced. Rodriguez, who assumed power after a US-led January raid captured then-President Nicolas Maduro, stressed that elections are forthcoming during her UN General Assembly remarks.
The government has reportedly begun discussions with the opposition and aims to ensure all political factions participate. Rodriguez emphasized that national institutions are being prepared for the electoral process, highlighting that Venezuela is undergoing a "democratic transformation" to foster a freer, more prosperous, and reconciled nation.
Critics accuse the US of sidelining the Venezuelan opposition and favoring oil and investment deals with the interim government. US lawmakers have also advocated for elections, expressing dissatisfaction with the Trump administration's lack of progress in securing democratic concessions from Rodriguez's administration. Rodriguez met with US President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly and praised his efforts to restart dialogue with Venezuela.
Together, they discussed restructuring Venezuela's billions in sovereign debt. Rodriguez called for international support as the nation moves from "uncertainty and conflict toward full democracy."
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