Prof. Dr. Victor Mijares

As Venezuela grapples with a legitimacy crisis following the 28 July elections, tensions rise. The country is at a crossroads, with coordinated international pressure and strategic dialogue urgently needed to support democratic forces and help navigate the complex path towards a peaceful transition.

The geopolitical landscape in Latin America and the Caribbean is changing due to China’s expanding and the United States decreasing influence. The regional response has not been uniform, providing a unique opportunity for the EU to promote cooperation grounded in mutual respect and shared values.

This article aims to explain the causes of the virtual disintegration of the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR) from the perspective of analytical eclecticism.

The War in Ukraine has highlighted Latin American divisions. Although the Russian invasion violates international law, the conflict seems remote and evokes a long-standing rejection of United States policies. Many regional governments only show reluctant support for the West’s anti-Putin policies.