Caracas, Oct 28 (EFE).- The Venezuelan Minister of the Interior and Justice, Diosdado Cabello, stated this Monday that Brazil’s position of vetoing Venezuela‘s entry as an associate member of the BRICS weakens it and, on the other hand, he said that the oil country is strengthened.
“That is a chapter, a battle in this war, from here Venezuela, Venezuela’s position comes out strengthened, the position of the BRICS comes out strengthened and Brazil’s position comes out very weakened, very weakened in the eyes of the world,” Cabello said. at a press conference.
The also first vice president of the ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) pointed out that Brazil will have to “take stock of the consequences” of this decision.
Furthermore, he considered that preventing Venezuela’s membership was a “direct attack” on the BRICS, because – he said – with the Caribbean country, the bloc would have “60% of the world’s oil reserves.”
“The BRICS is the different path to a new world, to the new world order and they have to attack it, bomb it from the outside, but they also attack it from within,” he added.
The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, said on Saturday, after his return to Caracas, after participating in the BRICS summit in Russia, that “no one will veto or silence” the country, without making direct mention of Brazil or his counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
On Friday, Brazilian government sources told EFE that Maduro tried to put pressure “at the last minute” to get the Caribbean nation included in the list of countries associated with the BRICS, to which Brazil reacted by “emphatically” opposing it. .
Brazil refused to allow Venezuela to join the list because, “at this time,” relations between both countries “are not friendly,” according to sources said.
At the end of the summit, the Maduro Government described Brazil’s veto as a “hostile gesture” and an “aggression” against the nation’s interests.
Relations between Caracas and Brasilia have deteriorated as a result of the Venezuelan presidential elections on July 28, in which Maduro was declared the winner by the National Electoral Council (CNE), in a decision questioned by the opposition and various governments, including them, Lula’s.
Brazil has refused to recognize Maduro’s victory and has repeatedly asked that the Venezuelan authorities release the electoral records to demonstrate the victory of the Chavista leader over the opposition Edmundo González Urrutia.
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**Interview with Diosdado Cabello, Venezuelan Minister of the Interior and Justice**
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Mr. Cabello. Thank you for joining us today to discuss Venezuela’s recent exclusion from BRICS as an associate member. You mentioned that Brazil’s veto weakens its position. Can you elaborate on that?
**Cabello:** Thank you for having me. Yes, I believe Brazil’s decision not to allow Venezuela into BRICS indeed weakens its standing on the global stage. It reflects poorly on their ability to lead in a bloc that is designed to promote cooperation among emerging economies. By rejecting Venezuela, Brazil is not just sidelining our country; they are also missing out on the benefits that our vast oil reserves could bring to BRICS.
**Editor:** You stated that this rejection strengthens both Venezuela and the BRICS alliance. Can you explain how Venezuela perceives this situation as a strategic advantage?
**Cabello:** Absolutely. Despite Brazil’s decision, Venezuela continues to position itself as a vital player in the region and beyond. Our strengthened position comes from our significant resource wealth, particularly in oil. I believe that our inclusion would have bolstered BRICS significantly. Now, with Brazil’s choice, it is clear that they are isolating themselves from one of the largest reserves of oil globally.
**Editor:** You referred to the decision as a “direct attack” on the BRICS. How do you think this will impact the future relationship between Venezuela and other BRICS member states?
**Cabello:** This decision does present a challenge; however, it also opens up discussions about the credibility of BRICS as an alliance. Other members will have to assess Brazil’s actions carefully. If the bloc aims to be inclusive, they must recognize that Venezuela contributes to that vision. We are optimistic that as the geopolitical landscape evolves, our position will be reassessed favorably by other nations.
**Editor:** what steps do you think Brazil should take to rectify the situation and move forward positively with Venezuela?
**Cabello:** Brazil ought to reconsider its stance and understand the importance of collaboration and unity within BRICS. By taking stock of the consequences and re-evaluating its position, it can still foster stronger ties with Venezuela. Diplomacy and dialogue are essential. Both countries can benefit immensely from working together, and I hope they will recognize this in due time.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Mr. Cabello. We appreciate your perspective on this significant issue.
**Cabello:** Thank you for having me.
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Mr. Cabello. Thank you for joining us today to discuss Venezuela’s recent exclusion from BRICS as an associate member. You mentioned that Brazil’s veto weakens its position. Can you elaborate on that?
**Cabello:** Thank you for having me. Yes, I believe Brazil’s decision not to allow Venezuela into BRICS indeed weakens its standing on the global stage. It reflects poorly on their ability to lead in a bloc that is designed to promote cooperation among emerging economies. By rejecting Venezuela, Brazil is not just sidelining our country; they are also missing out on the benefits that our vast oil reserves could bring to BRICS.
**Editor:** You stated that this rejection strengthens both Venezuela and the BRICS alliance. Can you explain how Venezuela perceives this situation as a strategic advantage?
**Cabello:** Absolutely. Despite Brazil’s decision, Venezuela continues to position itself as a vital player in the region and beyond. Our strengthened position comes from our significant resource wealth, particularly in oil. I believe that our inclusion would have bolstered BRICS significantly. Now, with Brazil’s choice, it is clear that they are isolating themselves from one of the largest reserves of oil globally.
**Editor:** You also referred to Brazil’s decision as a “direct attack” on the BRICS bloc. Can you elaborate on why you view it that way?
**Cabello:** Yes, I truly believe that preventing Venezuela’s membership is detrimental not just to us but to BRICS as a whole. We hold around 60% of the world’s oil reserves, and that is a considerable asset for any alliance seeking to assert itself on the world stage. By excluding us, Brazil undermines the potential collective strength of BRICS. This act doesn’t just weaken their position; it also illustrates the internal divisions among countries that should stand united.
**Editor:** In light of these events, how does Venezuela plan to move forward in its international relations, particularly with other BRICS nations?
**Cabello:** We will continue to engage with other BRICS members and reinforce our diplomatic and economic partnerships. Our oil wealth and military alliances remain crucial to our strategy. We believe that the future will reveal the mistakes made by those who choose to disregard Venezuela’s significance. This alliance is about mutual benefit, and we are determined to stay a strong player in the global landscape.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Mr. Cabello. It will be interesting to see how these dynamics unfold in the coming months.
**Cabello:** Thank you for having me. The strength and resilience of Venezuela will continue to shine through, regardless of external pressures.
