Caracas, Venezuela. — In a speech that surprised both
Venezuela and the international community, President Nicolás Maduro declared
this Tuesday that he is “ready to leave the presidency” and that he would be
willing to “retire to a private life” when the time is right.
The announcement came during an official event broadcast
nationally, where the president addressed domestic policy issues and defended
his administration's achievements in the face of what he called “systematic
attacks from the international right.” In an unexpected twist, Maduro asserted
that he is not clinging to power and that his personal future is not
necessarily tied to remaining in the presidency.
Although Maduro did not specify a timeframe or conditions
for his eventual departure, the statement was interpreted by analysts as a
calculated political message amidst a scenario of growing economic and
diplomatic pressure.
For some, the statement seeks to project an image of
openness and serenity in the face of questions from its opponents and the
international community. For others, it is a strategic gesture to realign
forces within Chavismo, sending signals to both internal and external sectors
that there could be room for a negotiated transition.
The opposition received the remarks with caution.
Spokespeople for the Unitary Platform stated that the speech "should not
be confused with a real intention to hand over power," and warned that the
priority is to guarantee free, competitive, and supervised elections.
On the other hand, supporters of the ruling party
interpreted the statement as a show of confidence that the Bolivarian project
transcends the personal figure of Maduro.
The speech comes at a time when Venezuela faces
international sanctions, diplomatic tensions, and an intermittent dialogue
process with the opposition, mediated by international actors. The international
community is closely watching any sign of change that could open the door to a
broader political transition process.
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