Amid ongoing political and economic challenges in Venezuela, Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed his government’s support for President Nicolás Maduro in a phone call Monday. The Kremlin’s public statement of backing comes as Maduro’s administration faces increasing international pressure and scrutiny, and signals a continued strategic alignment between Moscow and Caracas. The two leaders discussed strengthening economic and energy ties, underscoring Russia’s role as a key international partner for Venezuela.
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MOSCOW, Dec 11 (Reuters) – Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed his support for Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Monday, as the Maduro government faces increasing external pressure. The Kremlin announced the conversation took place during a phone call between the two leaders.
According to the Russian presidential office, Putin and Maduro discussed their strategic partnership, as well as the advancement of joint projects in the economic and energy sectors.
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The Kremlin’s move to publicly reiterate support for Maduro comes amid heightened international scrutiny of the Venezuelan leader’s government and ongoing political instability within the South American nation. Putin’s expression of support signals continued Russian alignment with Venezuela, a key partner in Latin America.
During the call, the two presidents also addressed the strengthening of their bilateral ties, focusing on collaborative efforts in both the economic and energy sectors, the Russian presidential office stated. This suggests a continued commitment to joint ventures and economic cooperation despite international sanctions and geopolitical pressures.
The development underscores Russia’s broader strategy of cultivating alliances with nations that face opposition from the United States and its allies. It also highlights the ongoing geopolitical competition for influence in Latin America.
