The United States has raised 'serious concerns' regarding the outcome of Venezuela's recent presidential election, which saw incumbent Nicolas Maduro declared as the winner by authorities. The U.S. Secretary of State emphasized that the announced result does not seem to align with the will or votes of the Venezuelan people.
Speaking from Tokyo, the Secretary of State urged election officials to promptly disclose the full results in a transparent manner. He emphasized the importance of ensuring that every vote is counted fairly and called for the immediate sharing of information with opposition parties and independent observers.
The delay in announcing Sunday's election results in Venezuela, coupled with the lack of transparency in the process, has raised concerns both domestically and internationally. The National Electoral Council, which is perceived to be aligned with Maduro, declared his victory without providing detailed polling booth tallies.
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who was barred from running in the election, expressed confidence in the overwhelming support for the opposition candidate, Edmundo González, based on data received from campaign representatives across the country.
The U.S. Secretary of State's remarks underscore the need for electoral integrity and transparency in Venezuela's democratic processes. The international community is closely monitoring the situation and stands ready to respond accordingly based on the developments in the aftermath of the election.
