Breaking News: UN General Assembly Re-Elects Venezuelan Ambassador Samuel Moncada as Vice President
In a significant development, the United Nations General Assembly has re-elected Venezuelan diplomat Samuel Moncada as the vice president of its 80th session (2025-2026), representing the Group of Latin America and the Caribbean (Gulac). This re-election marks the second consecutive mandate for Moncada, underscoring robust regional support and the recognition of Venezuela’s active role in the UN’s main deliberative body.
Regional Support and Multilateral Recognition
The Venezuelan Foreign Ministry announced in a statement that this re-election solidifies the country’s recognition in multilateral spaces and reinforces its institutional presence in advocating for the principles of the United Nations Charter. Moncada, who also heads the group of friends in defense of the UN Charter, has championed respect for state sovereignty, multilateralism, and international cooperation from his position.
Key Initiatives and Debates
During his previous term, Ambassador Moncada spearheaded crucial debates on the adverse effects of unilateral coercive measures on human rights and development. He also focused on issues related to decolonization and economic and social justice. Venezuelan diplomacy has consistently emphasized adherence to international law, self-determination of peoples, and the construction of a multipolar order based on dialogue between civilizations.
Foreign Policy Strategy
The re-election of Venezuela to the vice presidency of the General Assembly aligns with a foreign policy strategy aimed at projecting the country’s voice in defense of international law. This approach, known as “Bolivarian Diplomacy of Peace,” reflects Venezuela’s commitment to peace, sovereignty, and the fight against blockades and sanctions.
Minister’s Statement
Foreign Minister Yván Gil celebrated the decision, stating, “This achievement is a testament to the commitment of the Bolivarian Government and the Venezuelan people with dialogue, sovereignty, multipolarity, the defense of the UN Charter, and the right of peoples to self-determination, as well as a life free of imperialist blockages and sanctions.”
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