Monday, October 22, 2018

Venezuela’s Presidency in Jeopardy, by Moises Rendon

While the region is overwhelmed with waves of migrants and refugees fleeing Venezuela, a decisive event awaits just around the corner. According to the Venezuelan constitution, a new presidential period starts on January 10, 2019. However, the presidential elections held earlier this year were not only unfree and unfair, but they were also considered non-existent by the National Assembly. More than 50 countries did not recognize the results of the elections, leaving open the possibility that Nicolas Maduro will not be recognized as president of Venezuela by these countries post-January 10. In the face of such uncertainty, how will the international community choose to respond, and what are the implications of these decisions moving forward?....

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