Venezuela's Rodriguez promises elections in transition to 'full democracy'
NEW YORK/CARACAS — Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez told the U.N. General Assembly on Wednesday that the country would hold elections as part of a transition to "full democracy," but did not give a specific date for the vote. "I want to make this very clear at this General Assembly: there will be elections in Venezuela," said Rodriguez, who came to power after American forces…
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, announcing that elections will take place as part of the nation's journey towards a full democracy. While the specific date for the vote was not disclosed, Rodriguez emphasized the importance of the electoral process, stating that it will be conducted in an orderly, institutional, and verifiable manner.
The government, under Rodriguez's leadership, has initiated discussions with the opposition and pledged to ensure the involvement of all political factions. She also assured that national institutions are being prepared for the upcoming elections. Rodriguez reiterated Venezuela's commitment to democratic transformation, aiming to create a freer, more prosperous, and reconciled country.
Both Venezuela and the United States have stressed the necessity of an election, but no date has been set thus far. The opposition has expressed interest in the selection of an autonomous governing body during this transition period.
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