Maduro Gets His Wish: A Divided Venezuelan Opposition
The July 28 vote may hinge on how Machado and Rosales resolve their differences. Otherwise, regime-controlled institutions will most likely dictate the outcome.
Venezuela’s Opposition Should Draw Inspiration From an Unlikely Figure
Will María Corina Machado and regime opponents name a proxy candidate to outsmart a dictator desperately trying to stay in power?
Venezuela’s Grand Bargain
Maduro and the opposition must overcome differences to salvage this year’s presidential election, writes an expert on hemispheric relations.
Meet the Candidates: Venezuela
Venezuela’s elections are in doubt as the country prepares to vote in 2024.
Venezuela’s Fickle Economic Recovery Is Falling Apart
The 2022 growth spurt is waning while the electoral process is heating up.
Gustavo Petro Can’t Ignore Human Rights in Venezuela
At his summit on Venezuela, Colombia’s president must demand respect for democracy and the environment, writes a former Venezuelan mayor.
Venezuela and Nicolás Maduro: An Overview
This article is adapted from AQ’s special report on the Summit of the Americas. Click here for the full list of countries. Maduro has consolidated power and repressed critics throughout his years in office, leading more than 6 million Venezuelans to flee the country’s dire humanitarian and security situation. Maduro’s party won key governorships in November 2021’s regional elections, which … Read more
Venezuela’s Evolving Relationship with China
AQ tracks how the country has managed its ties with Beijing.
Venezuela’s Negotiations Won’t Get Rid of Maduro. So What’s Next?
Talks could still yield worthwhile concessions from the regime, if the opposition is realistic about its goals.
Europe’s Window of Opportunity on Venezuela Is Closing
If they act quickly, the EU and the US can achieve a greater alignment of diplomatic and economic pressure.
What Venezuela’s Henrique Capriles Really Wants
With Juan Guaidó under pressure, an opposition stalwart plays the long game.
How Maduro Is Using COVID-19 to Silence His Opponents Even Further
New data show Venezuela’s government is targeting journalists and others who might expose the reality of COVID-19.
Amid Crisis, Venezuela’s Maduro Deepens Control
A series of authoritarian moves have drawn a muted public response – and not just because of the coronavirus.
