Global Pressures on the Government
After the recent elections in Venezuela, the demand for transparency has gained momentum at the international level. Several countries, including members of the European Union, have demanded the government of Nicolás Maduro to publish the official minutes of the electoral events in order to ensure the integrity of the result.
Positioning of the European Union
Josep Borrell, the EU’s main spokesperson, has stated that the lack of transparency prevents the results of the July 28 elections from being recognized. In a recent statement, he highlighted that reports from electoral observation missions agree that international standards have not been met in the process.
Key EU Demands
The European Union has explicitly urged the National Electoral Council (CNE) to make public the acts of the votes, warning that without this step, the legitimacy of the results is seriously questioned.
Human Rights and Civil Protests
The climate of tension has increased in Venezuela with the demonstrations that have arisen throughout the country, with more than 2,000 reported arrests and several deaths, according to sources from the executive and the NGO Criminal Forum. The EU has called on the authorities to respect human rights, including the right to freedom of expression and assembly.
Reaction of Sitges Europeus
Spain, Italy, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland and Portugal have expressed their concern in a joint statement, urgently calling for the publication of electoral records to deepen the transparency of the process.
The CNE Maintains its Positioning
Despite external pressure, the CNE confirmed Maduro’s re-election with 51.95% of the vote, a claim many consider dubious without the release of detailed reports. The CNE Declaration, which figures González Urrutia at 43.18%, creates an image of continuity in the rhetoric of public support for the Chavista government.
The Current Electoral Context
With almost 97% of acts scrutinized, the situation generates an atmosphere of disbelief towards the results. The lack of clear and transparent information can further fuel tensions both within the country and in the international arena.
