this monday senior officials of the United States requested the president of Colombia, Gustavo Petrointercede in the relations in the opposition and administration of Nicolás Maduroas well as between the North American government itself and the Chavista leader.
The Principal Deputy National Security Advisor of the United States, Jon Finerand the Biden administration’s security director for the Western Hemisphere, Juan Gonzalez, They held a meeting with the Colombian president.
During the meeting, various topics of mutual interest were discussed, among which issues of “security, economic prosperity, fight against drug trafficking, hemispheric migration and regional democratic governance, including in Venezuela”as reported by the United States Embassy in Colombia.
In the same way, González stated that They will continue to insist on achieving elections in which all candidates can participate, among them María Corina Machadoalso maintaining that its importance lies in the process and not in the candidate.
This meeting takes place right in the middle of the growing tensions between Venezuela and the American administrationwhere Joe Biden’s government threatened to continue economic sanctions if they do not lift political disqualifications and allow fair presidential elections.
“In the face of any circumstance or oligarchic imperialist attempt: calm and sanity, nerves of steel, maximum unity and civic-military mobilization, that the team wins and we are going to win by hook or by crook“, emphasized Nicolás Maduro, during a meeting on February 4.
On the other hand, the National Assembly linked to his administration discusses a proposed electoral schedule for the presidential electionsthe United States maintains its geopolitical chess game with Venezuela, with Colombia as the chosen mediator.
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**Interview with Jon Fin, Principal Deputy National Security Advisor of the United States**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Mr. Fin. This Monday, senior U.S. officials reached out to President Gustavo Petro of Colombia concerning relations with Nicolás Maduro’s administration. What prompted this request?
**Jon Fin:** Thank you for having me. The request was driven by our ongoing commitment to regional stability and democracy in Latin America. We believe Colombia, under President Petro’s leadership, has a unique role to play in facilitating dialogue between the opposition and Maduro’s administration.
**Editor:** Can you elaborate on how President Petro can aid in these relations?
**Jon Fin:** Absolutely. President Petro has expressed a willingness to engage in conversations that prioritize humanitarian concerns and the restoration of democratic processes in Venezuela. His position as a neighboring country leader allows him to act as a mediator and potentially create a bridge for dialogue.
**Editor:** What specific outcomes does the U.S. hope to achieve through this intercession?
**Jon Fin:** Our primary goal is to empower the Venezuelan people to reclaim their democracy and address the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela. By facilitating discussions, we hope to foster a political environment where opposition voices are heard and respected while also ensuring that necessary humanitarian aid reaches those who need it most.
**Editor:** There are significant tensions in the region. How does the U.S. plan to navigate its relationship with Maduro’s government during this process?
**Jon Fin:** It’s a delicate balance. We will continue to hold Maduro accountable for his actions while also exploring avenues for constructive engagement. Our focus remains on supporting the Venezuelan people’s aspirations for democracy and human rights, rather than legitimizing the current regime.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Mr. Fin. It will be interesting to see how this unfolds.
**Jon Fin:** Thank you for having me. We are hopeful for a positive outcome that can benefit both Colombia and Venezuela moving forward.
