During their meeting in Madrid, Edmundo González, recognized by the United States as the elected president of Venezuela, expressed his support and solidarity with Cuban opposition figure Rosa María Payá, whom he described as an tireless advocate for democracy and human rights in Latin America.
Through his social media, González expressed gratitude for the opportunity to have a conversation with Payá, who leads the Cuba Decide movement.
"Rosa María, it has been a great pleasure to speak with you. We share the struggles of our peoples, but also the hope for change, even though the journey has been long. Your fight is our fight," he expressed.
The meeting took place during Payá's visit to Spain, where González has been in exile since September, amid growing international pressure regarding the political situation in Venezuela and Cuba.
Payá, a staunch critic of the Cuban regime, reaffirmed her support for the Venezuelan cause, particularly as the United States formally recognized González as the elected president of the South American nation following the elections on July 28.
This Thursday, Ecuador also issued an official statement recognizing him as the winner in the elections that the Chavista regime is attempting to usurp.
"It is time for Spain and the entire European Union to recognize the President that the Venezuelans have chosen," expressed Payá.
Additionally, he denounced the Cuban regime's interference in Venezuela's internal affairs, which he believes is fundamental to the collapse of democracy in the South American country.
The Cuban is the daughter of Oswaldo Payá, one of the main opponents of the Cuban regime. Following his death under suspicious circumstances, Rosa María became a fierce activist for human rights and for justice for her father.
Her struggle has been featured in the documentary "Night Is Not Eternal," which premiered on November 19 on the HBO Max platform.
Directed by Chinese filmmaker Wang Nanfu, the documentary delves into the struggles for democracy and human rights in countries under authoritarian regimes, with a focus on the life and legacy of the Payá family, particularly that of Rosa María Payá.
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