In a firm declaration of diplomatic principles, Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) has articulated its unwavering stance on Venezuela’s political sovereignty amid growing international tensions. Party spokesman Omer Celik utilized social media platform X to communicate the AKP’s position, emphasizing that political sovereignty resides exclusively with the Venezuelan people and that his party rejects any initiatives compromising state sovereignty.
Celik’s statement established that the AKP’s approach to Venezuelan affairs is fundamentally grounded in respect for international legal frameworks and the democratic will of populations. The spokesman recalled that both Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the AKP have consistently championed legitimate state sovereignty and territorial integrity as cornerstone principles of their political philosophy and international engagements.
The declaration comes in response to recent developments that saw the Venezuelan government issue a formal statement on Saturday condemning what it characterized as US aggression aimed at appropriating the country’s strategic natural resources, including its substantial petroleum reserves and mineral wealth. Caracas asserted that these actions represent a deliberate campaign to undermine Venezuela’s political autonomy and economic independence.
Venezuela’s government simultaneously announced its reserved right to employ legitimate self-defense measures to protect its citizens, territorial boundaries, and national independence. The South American nation additionally called for international solidarity in condemning what it perceives as foreign aggression, seeking broader global support against external pressure campaigns.
The AKP’s reaffirmation of these principles signals Turkey’s continuing commitment to a foreign policy that prioritizes state sovereignty above geopolitical alignments, maintaining consistency with Ankara’s historical positions on international law and non-interventionist principles.