BOGOTA, Colombia — A coalition comprising five Latin American nations and Spain issued a forceful joint declaration on Sunday, expressing profound concern over any external attempts to exert control over Venezuela’s governance or appropriate its strategic resources. This diplomatic move came in direct response to recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting Washington could “run” the crisis-stricken nation and access its vast oil reserves.
The statement, jointly released by Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, and Spain, articulated a clear rejection of foreign military intervention aimed at ousting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The nations emphasized their commitment to Venezuela’s self-determination and territorial integrity, warning against any administration or control by outside forces that would compromise the country’s sovereignty.
This collective position highlights growing regional apprehension about potential foreign intervention in Venezuela’s prolonged political and economic crisis. The six nations called for peaceful, diplomatic solutions guided by international law and respect for Venezuela’s institutional framework, distancing themselves from external interference while advocating for democratic resolution mechanisms within the region.