US Intervention / New Venezuelan Government

US Intervention. President Claudia Sheinbaum urged opposition parties to consider what happened in Venezuela. She emphasized that disagreement with her government is not the same as supporting foreign interference in national politics.

“You may not agree with the Mexican government, but you cannot support an intervention. That leads nowhere. People who are advocating for outside involvement in Mexico should look at Venezuela. What happened there? How did the United States act? I am not giving an opinion, I am just pointing out: look at the outcome. In Mexico, Mexicans resolve our own issues; we do not need anyone from abroad, though we do collaborate and cooperate,” she stated.

Sheinbaum also called for cooperation with the United States to resolve conflicts and warned that no investigation or prosecution will be allowed without the express authorization and collaboration of the Mexican state.

“The people of Mexico, under no circumstances, will accept interventions, intrusions, or any other acts from abroad that threaten the integrity, independence, and sovereignty of the nation. This includes coups, election interference, or violations of Mexican territory, whether by land, water, sea, or airspace,” she said.

Venezuela Elections. Following the United States’ refusal to call elections in Venezuela and the imposition of Delcy Rodríguez as the country’s leader, Sheinbaum affirmed that only Venezuelans can determine their governance.

“Only the people of Venezuela can decide who they want as their leader. Venezuela has challenges, which is why peaceful discussions can take place to address potential intervention. This is a fundamental value of Mexican foreign policy and a source of pride for Mexico,” she added.