During her address at the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), the President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, announced the creation of the «Venezuela Vive» («Venezuela Lives») plan.
The Head of State explained that the plan has been designed to coordinate initiatives aimed at protecting forests, water resources, oceans, and biodiversity, as well as advancing climate action. «Venezuela Lives: one country, one nature, one future,» she detailed.
Under the National Dignitary’s criteria, protecting nature is synonymous with protecting life. In this context, Rodríguez declared, «From a Venezuela that is being reborn, we advocate for climate justice that is both equitable and effective.»
Alert regarding the state of oceans:
The President highlighted the threats facing marine ecosystems, and noted that the oceans absorb 91% of the planet’s excess heat, while nearly 90% of their surface experienced at least one marine heatwave in 2025. She also raised concerns about plastic pollution, which impacts biodiversity, fisheries, and food security.
Concluding her international address, Rodríguez urged nations and their peoples to take collective action in the face of the environmental crisis. «Either we act together, or life will fade away,» she concluded.