In a powerful call for unity, President Nicolás Maduro addressed Venezuelan migrants, emphasizing the country’s fight against sanctions imposed by imperialism and the resilient spirit that characterizes the Nation.
During his speech, since the activation of the 2T of the 7 Transformations plan, the head of state highlighted the importance of the return of those who have left the country, ensuring that the Venezuela they will find upon their return will be a transformed and strengthened nation.
Impact of economic sanctions:
The President began his speech by underlining the devastating impact of economic sanctions: «(You must know about the) Venezuelan migrants who left the country due to the criminal sanctions of imperialism, of the economic blockade that tried to destroy and collapse Venezuela.» This approach not only recognizes the difficulties faced by the country, but also highlights the government’s determination to overcome these obstacles.
The President emphasized his desire for all Venezuelans who have been forced to leave their homes to return, by expressing: «We must know that this Venezuela to which you are going to return, because we want you to return… you are returning to a Venezuela that stood up, and is a better Venezuela than the one you left from.» This statement resonates deeply in a context where hope and resilience are paramount for the future of the country.
Right to Happiness:
The Dignitary continued with a message of encouragement, highlighting that «it is a calm Venezuela, at peace, progressing, prospering.» In this sense, his call is not only to return, but to rescue and recover the right to happiness: «I tell you so that you rescue and recover your right to happiness, because a country that has the right to be happy.» This assertion reveals a humanistic approach that seeks to revitalize the collective identity of Venezuelans.
Commitment to the future:
He also highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring a new future for all citizens: «This Venezuela, you migrants and we want you to return because we are building this Venezuela for everyone, for the whole family, for those of us who stayed, for the ones who have already returned.»
The President referred to the more than 1.2 million Venezuelans who have returned to the country, reiterating that «Venezuela is the blessed land,» a place where each individual has a space and a purpose.
With his hopeful message, the President concluded: «This Venezuela is recovering to open the doors to our people and to open the doors to the future.» In this way, an inclusive vision is proposed where each Venezuelan, whether in the country or abroad, has a role in building a renewed and prosperous nation.
At a time when migration remains a critical issue on the international agenda, statements such as those by President Nicolás Maduro invite a deep reflection on identity, belonging and the hope for a shared future for all Venezuelans.
