To help Venezuela, the international community needs to change its strategy

While the implosion of the opposition hampers a democratic advance in the country, the international community must continue to support a Venezuelan-led political solution in Venezuela. Pushing for the immediate opening of a humanitarian channel and recognizing the needs of Venezuelan emigrants in the region is an important first step. Most of the current strategies revolve around targeted sanctions against government figures and their allies. Yet, the Maduro regime has only tightened its grip on power since sanctions were applied. Canada and the Lima Group need to productively engage in a multilateral strategy that includes Caribbean countries – currently supportive of Mr. Maduro – to force a credible negotiation between government and opposition. More…