Joint Statement on Venezuelan Elections
The governments of Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia reiterated their call to the electoral authorities of Venezuela to disseminate the minutes of the celebratory process following the presidential elections on July 28th.
Through a joint statement, the foreign ministries emphasized their respect for the independence and autonomy of the Venezuelan Electoral Council (CNE) as the legally responsible body for transparently disseminating election results.
The statement also highlighted the importance of allowing impartial verification of the results and respecting the fundamental principle of popular sovereignty.
The foreign ministers expressed their willingness to support efforts for dialogue and understanding to contribute to political stability and democracy in Venezuela.
During the virtual meeting, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador urged the contenders in the July 25 election to avoid self-proclamations of victory and to respect the established electoral process.
The foreign ministries expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan people and called on the electoral authorities to expedite the counting and dissemination of results, while urging political and social actors to exercise caution and restraint to maintain social peace.