OEA Pledges Support for Democratic Transition in Venezuela

The Organization of American States (OEA) has declared its readiness to support a 'peaceful, democratic, and inclusive transition' in Venezuela, following an agreement between the ruling chavismo faction and a group of opposition leaders to begin talks on August 1. Source: elcaribedr

The agreement

Venezuela's chavismo-controlled National Assembly and a group of opposition figures announced they will start conversations on August 1 to promote democracy. The US administration under Donald Trump, which recognizes Delcy Rodríguez as interim president after the capture of Nicolás Maduro on August 3, praised the dialogue. Source: infobae

Reactions

• OEA Secretary General Albert Ramdin emphasized the organization's commitment to the Inter-American Democratic Charter, stating that 'lasting progress must be guided by dialogue, cooperation, and respect for the will of the people.' Source: elnacionalve
• US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington 'will be very involved' in the process, calling the agreement 'a very good news' for Venezuela. Source: infobae
• Opposition leader María Corina Machado, who intends to return for a presidential bid, will not participate in the talks. Henrique Capriles urged for a negotiation that includes Machado and Nobel Peace Prize winner for 'institutional reconstruction.' Source: infobae

What's next

Ramdin warned that a transition without solid foundations could generate new conflicts, stressing the need for a 'durable transition.' The OEA is ready to support an electoral roadmap in coordination with international actors. Source: elnacionalve