WILLEMSTAD.-The situation is a little confusing, but our Prime Minister Eugene Rhuggenaath has announced that his Cabinet does not recognize the result of the election of May 2018 in Venezuela, which in fact means that it does not recognize the Presidency of Nicolas Maduro. On the other hand, he indicated that even though his Cabinet respects and accepts the National Assembly of Venezuela and its President Juan Guaidó, it does not recognize him as the Executive President of Venezuela. This was expressed by our Prime Minister yesterday, during a meeting with the press related to the situation that arose in Venezuela.

 

According to Mr. Rhuggenaath, his government is based on the democratic principles that all people are free to choose their leaders. And in the case of Venezuela this is was not the case, for which reason it cannot recognize the results either. It can’t accept and recognize a person who proclaims himself President of a Country either. He alleges that his government’s position may be a bit confusing, but life goes on and the big interests related to this matter must also be addressed. The president expressed words of coexistence and fraternity for the Venezuelan people and also of condolences for the unfortunate deaths and unfortunate events that occurred in the Bolivarian country, as a result of this.

 

The task of the Foreign Relations is a function of the Kingdom, but here in Curaçao the events in development are closely followed and there is even a special commission that gathers task forces dedicated to monitor the incalculable risks based on developments in Venezuela that could affect the Community of Curaçao. Subsequently, Rhuggenaath indicated that the Netherlands can have its individual position with respect to Venezuela but this does not mean that Curaçao blindly accepts the positions assumed by them. During these days, Rhuggenaath maintained contact with the Foreign Affairs Bloc, and they are aware that they must take certain aspects into account. If sanctions were to be imposed on Venezuela, it is necessary to analyze that they can affect not only Venezuela itself, but also Curaçao. Therefore, diplomatic Relations with Venezuela will normally follow the president.

 

To be honest, it should be noted that in an overall context, conversations with PDVSA are also being developed. Curaçao and Venezuela have common interests and one of their activities is the Oil Company. The Matter of the Refinery of Curaçao, is something that is going between companies and private entities.

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