Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, former Vice President of Argentina, called on Saturday for the publication of all electoral records from the recent elections in Venezuela, invoking the legacy of Hugo Chávez.
During a speech titled "A Utopia from the South" delivered in Mexico City, where she was invited by the ruling party Morena, Fernández emphasized the importance of electoral transparency in the South American nation.
"I ask for Chávez's own legacy that the records be published," she demanded, referencing the late Venezuelan leader.
She stated that "I share the communiqué" from Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, who jointly urged the Venezuelan electoral authorities to move "expeditiously" and publicly disclose the detailed voting data from the presidential elections.
The former Argentine president, a close ally of Chávez and a staunch supporter of the Cuban regime, underscored that the publication of the electoral records is crucial for maintaining the credibility of the democratic process in Venezuela.
Accompanied by a delegation of four Kirchnerist leaders, she arrived in Mexico on Friday to share her "proposals for the future of the region."
In her speech, she addressed Venezuela's complex political situation, calling for a more balanced perspective on the country.
"In Venezuela, there are neither devils nor angels," she stated, before reviewing the recent years of Chavismo and highlighting that Venezuela holds the world's largest reserve of conventional oil.
She also recalled the 2012 coup when Hugo Chávez was briefly ousted, and Pedro Carmona assumed the presidency for two days, recognized by the United States.
Her intervention comes at a time of high political tension and controversy in the country, where numerous allegations of electoral fraud have been raised, and the opposition claims to have won with more than a 30-point lead over the current president, Nicolás Maduro.
The international community and human rights observers will be closely watching for any response from the Venezuelan government and potential developments in the coming days.
Understanding the Call for Transparency in Venezuela's Elections
In light of Cristina Fernández's recent statements, here are some common questions and answers regarding the situation in Venezuela.
Why is Cristina Fernández advocating for the publication of Venezuela's electoral records?
Cristina Fernández believes that publishing the electoral records is crucial to maintaining the credibility of the democratic process in Venezuela and honoring the legacy of Hugo Chávez.
What was the reaction of other countries to the Venezuelan elections?
Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia have jointly urged the Venezuelan electoral authorities to publicly disclose the detailed voting data from the presidential elections, emphasizing the need for transparency.
What is the significance of Venezuela's oil reserves in the political context?
Venezuela holds the world's largest reserve of conventional oil, making its political stability and governance of significant interest both regionally and globally.