Venezuela's Rodriguez promises elections in transition to 'full democracy' - Reuters

Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, outlining the government’s plan for a political transition. In her remarks, she said the country is moving toward what she described as “full democracy.”

Rodríguez announced that elections will be held as a central element of this transition, indicating that a new electoral process is forthcoming. She emphasized that the upcoming vote is intended to restore democratic governance in Venezuela.

No specific timetable for the elections was provided. Rodríguez acknowledged that a date has not yet been set and that further details will be communicated in due course.

The interim president also noted that the government has opened a dialogue with opposition sectors, signaling an effort to engage a broader range of political actors in the transition process. She indicated that this dialogue is part of the broader strategy to ensure a credible and inclusive electoral environment.

These statements reflect the current stance of Venezuela’s interim administration, which is seeking to combine electoral reforms with outreach to opposition groups as it pursues a transition toward full democratic rule.