James Story, United States ambassador to Venezuela, reported that he is working together with the opposition Juan Guaidó in order to achieve free elections in the country. The information was shared by the diplomat on his Twitter program Hello Ambassador. He also assured that he wants to see that the right to vote is respected.
“We want to see free and fair elections in Venezuela, as the letter says. The Charter of the Americas says that everyone should have their rights, we want to see that their government is for everyone and that Venezuelans have the opportunity to express themselves politically, economically, socially, without the risk of being imprisoned,” Story said on the social network.
Story wants to resume negotiations
During the broadcast, he explained that he is working to resume talks with the Maduro government hand in hand with the Unitarian Platform. Similarly, he expressed disagreement and condemned Nicolás Maduro’s accusations regarding the sanctions imposed on the country.
“The United States is the main exporter of food to Venezuela. What lock? It doesn’t exist », he declared.
Embassy of the United States in Venezuela
Regarding the situation of the United States Embassy in Venezuela, he indicated that it will not reopen soon. However, he indicated that he recognizes what Venezuelans live to obtain their documents through other countries.
“We know how difficult it is to get a visa outside of Venezuela. We want to come back to provide the services for you, but this has to be done under the right conditions,” Story said.
Similarly, he spoke about the situation in a Texas elementary school and lamented the events. He stressed that it is necessary to rethink, because “democracy accepts criticism to improve.”