International Community Calls for Fair and Legitimate Elections in Venezuela
A joint statement was released by the governments of Uruguay, Argentina, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Paraguay, expressing concerns over the electoral process in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
Concerns Over Harassment and Persecution
The statement highlights the ongoing harassment and persecution of leaders and supporters of the Venezuelan opposition, as well as members of civil society, including the arbitrary detention of numerous figures related to the opposition. These actions, the governments say, threaten the conduct of a legitimate electoral process.
Demand for Immediate Ceasefire
The statement demands the immediate cessation of harassment, persecution, and repression against political and social activists of the opposition, as well as the release of all political prisoners.
Call for Respect for Democratic Principles
The governments also called for respect for democratic principles, as well as the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all Venezuelans. They view the upcoming elections in Venezuela as an opportunity to bring peace, unity, progress, and democracy to the country.
Joint Statement
The full joint statement is available for download in PDF format.
