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rupture of relations with Colombia, prepared by the president of Venezuela, is a litmus test for the Unasur
be convinced of the commitment as the first secretary general in the brief history of the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR), Nestor Kirchner would make history with a decision that goes beyond their sympathies and interests: to Hugo sidewalk Chávez.
is not possible that, contrary to what Chávez calls "aggression" by Colombian "tolerate" in its territory to guerrillas in the country associated with drug trafficking, the Venezuelan president himself convene the ministers of UNASUR and, in turn, joyfully announce the breaking of bilateral relations.
are too serious objections raised by President Alvaro Uribe, soon to be happened on 7 August by former Minister Juan Manuel Santos, to be released with a decision of that magnitude without showing an ounce of concern for them. Not be ruled out that the decision to seek Chavez actually distract his people from the disastrous economic situation which has led to his regime, one of the world's highest inflation.
While Lula's government offered to mediate in the dispute and the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) called on both sides to "calm the spirits" and dialogue, this new circuit between Venezuela and Colombia a litmus test for UNASUR and Kirchner, never willing to remain equidistant if Chavez was in the middle. It is now, then your big chance to prove it has the steady hand to dispense with their affinities and play with dignity the role it deserves.
is not the first time there is tension between Colombia and Venezuela. Relations had deteriorated in recent years by the alleged presence of 1500 guerrilla Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) in at least 87 camps on Venezuelan soil and affection shown by Chavez to some of their leaders dead, the legendary leader, Sureshot, and a their immediate subordinates, Raul Reyes, killed by Colombian soldiers on Ecuadorian territory.
In this new escalation, the United States government, a factor of division between them for their decision to send troops to Colombian military bases took sides with Uribe decided and reiterated his usual criticism of Chávez for failing to "cooperate" with the fight against "drug trafficking and terrorism."
feel free of guilt and by the Venezuelan president should be willing to cooperate with the international community rather than offended by the alleged evidence of the presence of the FARC and National Liberation Army (ELN) on its territory.
By breaking diplomatic relations with neighboring Colombia, Venezuela has ordered a state of "maximum alert" along the common border. That, according to Chavez, is a sign of dignity. Show more dignity if, with open hands, be sincere to the world and expose their real ties to the FARC, which is known since before he became president 11 years ago. Tension with
Uribe has been constant since 2005, frequently called the ambassadors for consultations. This, in diplomatic language, means being on the verge of breakdown. Has happened so often just as, by dint of not always doing the same, Chavez now has a break before taking that step.
Beyond temperament that can be both outgoing President Colombian and Venezuelan president for life care, most of all, that two fraternal peoples are not carried away by mutual provocations and a clarification of the grounds for believing the other.
Santos is about to assume. Chavez is an opportunity missed was determined to advance, arguing that it will have with it better relationship with Uribe. Their unwillingness to rebuild the bilateral relationship is alarming. In that Kirchner should mediate. To overcome this test of fire, show that falls short of occupying a position he accepted. If not, many will wonder what it is for UNASUR.
rupture of relations with Colombia, prepared by the president of Venezuela, is a litmus test for the Unasur
be convinced of the commitment as the first secretary general in the brief history of the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR), Nestor Kirchner would make history with a decision that goes beyond their sympathies and interests: to Hugo sidewalk Chávez.
is not possible that, contrary to what Chávez calls "aggression" by Colombian "tolerate" in its territory to guerrillas in the country associated with drug trafficking, the Venezuelan president himself convene the ministers of UNASUR and, in turn, joyfully announce the breaking of bilateral relations.
are too serious objections raised by President Alvaro Uribe, soon to be happened on 7 August by former Minister Juan Manuel Santos, to be released with a decision of that magnitude without showing an ounce of concern for them. Not be ruled out that the decision to seek Chavez actually distract his people from the disastrous economic situation which has led to his regime, one of the world's highest inflation.
While Lula's government offered to mediate in the dispute and the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) called on both sides to "calm the spirits" and dialogue, this new circuit between Venezuela and Colombia a litmus test for UNASUR and Kirchner, never willing to remain equidistant if Chavez was in the middle. It is now, then your big chance to prove it has the steady hand to dispense with their affinities and play with dignity the role it deserves.
is not the first time there is tension between Colombia and Venezuela. Relations had deteriorated in recent years by the alleged presence of 1500 guerrilla Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) in at least 87 camps on Venezuelan soil and affection shown by Chavez to some of their leaders dead, the legendary leader, Sureshot, and a their immediate subordinates, Raul Reyes, killed by Colombian soldiers on Ecuadorian territory.
In this new escalation, the United States government, a factor of division between them for their decision to send troops to Colombian military bases took sides with Uribe decided and reiterated his usual criticism of Chávez for failing to "cooperate" with the fight against "drug trafficking and terrorism."
feel free of guilt and by the Venezuelan president should be willing to cooperate with the international community rather than offended by the alleged evidence of the presence of the FARC and National Liberation Army (ELN) on its territory.
By breaking diplomatic relations with neighboring Colombia, Venezuela has ordered a state of "maximum alert" along the common border. That, according to Chavez, is a sign of dignity. Show more dignity if, with open hands, be sincere to the world and expose their real ties to the FARC, which is known since before he became president 11 years ago. Tension with
Uribe has been constant since 2005, frequently called the ambassadors for consultations. This, in diplomatic language, means being on the verge of breakdown. Has happened so often just as, by dint of not always doing the same, Chavez now has a break before taking that step.
Beyond temperament that can be both outgoing President Colombian and Venezuelan president for life care, most of all, that two fraternal peoples are not carried away by mutual provocations and a clarification of the grounds for believing the other.
Santos is about to assume. Chavez is an opportunity missed was determined to advance, arguing that it will have with it better relationship with Uribe. Their unwillingness to rebuild the bilateral relationship is alarming. In that Kirchner should mediate. To overcome this test of fire, show that falls short of occupying a position he accepted. If not, many will wonder what it is for UNASUR.
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