From Luxembourg, India’s top diplomat S. Jaishankar on January 7 highlighted New Delhi’s unease with Venezuela’s volatile scenario after US troops seized President Nicolas Maduro, pressing for immediate multi-party discussions to shield citizens.
In forthright terms at a public forum, he declared, ‘We’re troubled by these turns of events. To all involved, we say: convene, deliberate, and craft outcomes that uphold Venezuelan lives and security above all.’
Underpinning this is India’s enduring alliance with Venezuela. ‘Decades of solid relations bind us. We seek a safe, positive exit for Venezuelans from this predicament, come what may,’ Jaishankar affirmed.
Recapping the inciting incident, ‘Operation Absolute Resolve’ saw US military nab Maduro and spouse on January 3. Detained in New York, he was court-presented Monday; Delcy Rodriguez now helms as interim head.
MEA’s prior communique mirrored this: ‘Profound concern grips us over Venezuela. Embassy in Caracas liaises with Indians, extending comprehensive help.’
It continued, ‘Affirming solidarity with Venezuelan welfare, we summon all sides to negotiate peacefully, securing tranquility and order regionally.’
As diplomatic ripples spread, India’s proactive diplomacy may catalyze global consensus. The focus on humanitarian safeguards amid geopolitical maneuvering sets a tone for potential breakthroughs in resolving Venezuela’s standoff.