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Canada declared this Thursday that it recognizes Edmundo González Urrutia as the legitimate winner of the presidential elections held in Venezuela on July 28.
Canada's Foreign Minister, Mélanie Joly, made the recognition public through a message on the social media platform X, where she highlighted her support for the opposition leader, one day before Nicolás Maduro's inauguration, who proclaimed himself the winner despite the reports presented by the opposition.
Joly revealed that on Wednesday she had a conversation with opposition leader María Corina Machado, in which they discussed the political situation in Venezuela. During the dialogue, the Canadian minister reiterated her country's commitment to those fighting to ensure that the will of the Venezuelan people is respected.
"Canada recognizes that Edmundo González Urrutia won the elections on July 28 and is the elected president of Venezuela," Joly stated in his message.
The statement comes amid a context of rising political tension, with thousands of people in the streets of the country demanding respect for the will of the people, while Nicolás Maduro claims he will assume a new term as president of Venezuela.
This statement from Canada regarding the victory of González Urrutia comes at a time when the North American country has intensified its actions against the government of Nicolás Maduro.
On December 17, Canada imposed sanctions on several Venezuelan officials, including the President of the Supreme Court of Justice of Venezuela, Caryslia Rodríguez Rodríguez, for their alleged actions against the opposition and democracy in the country.
A few weeks ago, the United States and several Latin American countries as well as the European Union also recognized González as the elected president of Venezuela.
Frequently Asked Questions about the recognition of Edmundo González as the elected president of Venezuela
Why does Canada recognize Edmundo González as the elected president of Venezuela?
Canada recognizes Edmundo González as the elected president due to evidence of fraud in the presidential elections on July 28, 2024, in Venezuela, where Nicolás Maduro was initially declared the winner. Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, publicly expressed her support for González, aligning with other countries that have also acknowledged his victory.
Which countries have recognized Edmundo González as the elected president of Venezuela?
In addition to Canada, several countries have recognized Edmundo González as the elected president of Venezuela, including Argentina, Uruguay, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Peru, and the United States. These countries believe that Nicolás Maduro's proclamation was fraudulent and support González's legitimacy as the true winner of the elections.
What is the international community's position on the elections in Venezuela?
The international community is divided regarding the elections in Venezuela. While several countries and international organizations have recognized Edmundo González as the elected president due to allegations of fraud, other countries, including allies of Maduro's regime such as Cuba, Russia, and China, have acknowledged Maduro's reelection as legitimate.
What actions has Canada taken against Nicolás Maduro's regime?
Canada has intensified its actions against the government of Nicolás Maduro by imposing sanctions on several Venezuelan officials, including the President of the Supreme Court of Justice of Venezuela, Caryslia Rodríguez Rodríguez. These sanctions are part of efforts to pressure Maduro's regime and support the Venezuelan opposition in their struggle for democracy.
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