Opposition leader and leader of Vente Venezuela, María Corina Machado, held a meeting this Thursday press conference with Mexican mediawho warned about a possible new wave of migration if Nicolás Maduro remains in power.
“I tell AMLO (acronym for Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador) that if Maduro chooses to hold on to power by force, by foul means, we will only be seeing a wave of migration like we have never seen before: three, four, five million Venezuelans in a very short time.”Machado explained.
However, Machado pointed out that There is still time, especially with the support of the international community, to reverse what is happening in the country. amid complaints about the results of the July 28 presidential elections.
“Mexico has a very important power because it has a direct channel with the regime. I hope that the Mexican government understands the enormous responsibility (it has)”added the opposition leader.
To date, The Mexican government has been on the sidelines of any categorical pronouncement on what is happening in the countrywhere the National Electoral Council proclaimed Maduro the winner of the elections despite not having presented, until now, the detailed minutes.
According to the UN, More than 7.5 million Venezuelans have left their country in recent years to escape the crisis and looking for new and better opportunities.
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2024-09-07 09:35:56
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Venezuela’s Crisis: A Looming Humanitarian Disaster
As the Venezuelan crisis continues to unfold, opposition leader María Corina Machado has sounded the alarm about a potential new wave of migration if Nicolás Maduro remains in power. In a press conference with Mexican media, Machado warned that if Maduro chooses to hold on to power by force, Venezuela could see a massive influx of migrants, potentially reaching three to five million people in a very short time [[1]].
This warning comes as no surprise, given the country’s dire situation. As of 2023, there were over 7.7 million Venezuelan refugees and migrants globally, with 6.5 million of them in Latin America and the Caribbean [[3]]. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that more than 6.1 million refugees and migrants have left Venezuela due to the country’s political turmoil, socio-economic instability, and ongoing humanitarian crisis [[2]].
The root of the crisis lies in the country’s political instability, which has led to socio-economic instability and a humanitarian crisis. The situation has been exacerbated by food and medicine shortages, hyperinflation, and a lack of access to basic services such as healthcare and education.
Machado’s warning is particularly concerning given the Mexican government’s stance on the issue. So far, the Mexican government has been reluctant to make a categorical pronouncement on the situation in Venezuela, despite having a direct channel with the regime. Machado has called on the Mexican government to understand the enormous responsibility it has in addressing the crisis, and to use its influence to help reverse the situation.
However, Machado remains hopeful that there is still time to reverse what is happening in the country, especially with the support of the international community. She believes that with collective action, it is possible to prevent a further escalation of the crisis and alleviate the suffering of the Venezuelan people.
The international community must take note of Machado’s warning and work together to address the Venezuelan crisis. The humanitarian consequences of inaction would be devastating, not only for Venezuela but also for the region as a whole.
What Can Be Done?
The Venezuelan crisis is a complex issue that requires a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach. Here are some steps that can be taken to address the crisis:
- International pressure: The international community must put pressure on the Venezuelan government to respect human rights, hold free and fair elections, and address the root causes of the crisis.
- Humanitarian aid: Humanitarian organizations must continue to provide aid to those affected by the crisis, including refugees and migrants.
- Diplomatic engagement: Countries in the region, including Mexico, must engage with the Venezuelan government to find a peaceful solution to the crisis.
- Support for the opposition: The international community must continue to support the Venezuelan opposition, including leaders like María Corina Machado, who are working towards a democratic and peaceful transition.
Conclusion
The Venezuelan crisis is a ticking time bomb, and the international community must take immediate action to address it. María Corina Machado’s warning about a potential new wave of migration is a stark reminder of the humanitarian disaster that could unfold if we fail to act. It is imperative that we work together to address the root causes of the crisis, provide humanitarian aid to those affected, and support a peaceful transition to democracy in Venezuela.
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Venezuela’s Crisis: A Looming Humanitarian Disaster
As the Venezuelan crisis continues to unfold, opposition leader María Corina Machado has sounded the alarm about a potential new wave of migration if Nicolás Maduro remains in power. In a press conference with Mexican media, Machado warned that if Maduro chooses to hold on to power by force, Venezuela could see a massive influx of migrants, potentially reaching three to five million people in a very short time [[1]].
This warning comes as no surprise, given the country’s dire situation. As of 2023, there were over 7.7 million Venezuelan refugees and migrants globally, with 6.5 million of them in Latin America and the Caribbean [[3]]. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that more than 6.1 million refugees and migrants have left Venezuela due to the country’s political turmoil, socio-economic instability, and ongoing humanitarian crisis [[2]].
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