Venezuela and Russia: For a better world for the Global South

In the context of the 16th BRICS Summit, held in Kazan, Russia , Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro met with President Vladimir Putin. This meeting comes at a time of growing international instability and polarization, underlining the importance of bilateral relations between both countries.

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Commitment to a Multipolar World

During their meeting, Maduro and Putin discussed strategies to strengthen bilateral cooperation and reaffirmed their commitment to building a multipolar world that is fair and equitable. Both leaders agreed that Venezuela and Russia represent alternatives to the unipolar system dominated by Western powers.

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Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro (@Nicolás Maduro) said on Wednesday that his country is on the path of the BRICS, in the construction of a new geopolitics with an axis in the Global South. He said this during his meeting with Russian President #VladimirPutin in Kazan, at the 16th BRICSSummit.

President Maduro highlighted the crucial support that Russia has provided to Venezuela in the face of US-imposed sanctions and pressure. This collaboration is seen as fundamental to the defense of national sovereignty and the interests of the Global South.

Strategic Cooperation

The relationship between Venezuela and Russia has evolved significantly in recent years, with important agreements in areas such as energy, technology, industry and defense. This strengthening of strategic cooperation is vital not only for both countries, but also for the stability and development of the entire Latin American region.

Promotion of South-South Cooperation

Venezuela and Russia share a common vision of the world order and have worked together to promote South-South cooperation. Both countries have positioned themselves as leaders in the fight against neo-colonialism, defending the interests of developing nations.

The alliance between Venezuela and Russia is based on fundamental principles such as mutual respect, solidarity and mutual benefit. This approach has been essential to counter the hegemony of the North and to include the countries of the South in global decisions.

Multipolar World Order: History and Challenges

The emergence of a new, multi-centric and multipolar world order generates expectations and challenges for Venezuela and Russia, two countries that have been protagonists in the fight against unipolar hegemony. While this change represents an opportunity for reducing US influence, it also presents challenges. The key to navigating this new landscape lies in strategic cooperation, the development of intelligent strategies, and the search for a balance between the different poles of power. Collaboration between the two countries, as well as cooperation with other countries of the Global South, could be crucial for building a fairer and more equitable world.

Message of Unity

The meeting between Maduro and Putin during the BRICS Summit sends a clear message of unity and solidarity between both countries. It is a tangible example of how strategic cooperation among nations in the Global South can act as an engine for sustainable development and global stability.