In an interview with CNN ESPM International Relations professor Leonardo Trevisan states that the Venezuelan government took another step towards political repression by requesting the arrest of Edmundo González, opposition candidate to President Nicolás Maduro.
For the professor, the action confirms the regime’s choice for a tougher stance against opponents.
Trevisan highlights that the situation in Venezuela is worsening, but emphasizes that the country seeks to maintain a delicate balance between internal repression and external economic relations.
“Venezuela has already made a choice for greater repression. This is nothing new,” said the expert.
Contradictory signals from the regime
The professor points to recent changes in the Venezuelan cabinet that indicate this repressive trend, such as the appointment of Diosdado Cabello to the Ministry of the Interior, known for his connections with the harshest wings of the regime.
However, Trevisan stressed that Maduro’s government is also sending signals that it does not intend to completely undermine the business approaches established in the Barbados agreement.
“It’s closed internally, but for the outside world, especially for the oil industry, the conversation is different,” he explains.
Economic impact and Brazilian diplomacy
The appointment of Delcy Rodríguez as Minister of Oil is interpreted as a signal to the international community that agreements with foreign oil companies will be respected.
This economic movement could act as a brake on more intense repression.
Brazil’s role in this context is highlighted by Trevisan. According to him, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has repeatedly issued warnings about the importance of considering both the internal political situation and Venezuela’s external economic interests.
“Brazil plays a very important role, including for North American diplomacy,” concludes the expert.
This content was originally published in Venezuela made a choice in favor of repression, professor tells CNN on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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