The United States has imposed sanctions on Venezuela meant to force Maduro out of power—they have largely exacerbated the economic crisis in Venezuela. Other countries have recognized either Guaidó or Maduro as the legitimate president of the country in an attempt to influence Venezuelan politics.

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The Venezuelan crisis has spilled over into neighboring countries as the result of a refugee crisis. Furthermore, international actors have taken interest in the crisis for political and economic reasons.

Regional and International Concerns Involving Venezuela

Buxton, J. (2020). Continuity and change in Venezuela’s Bolivarian Revolution. Third World Quarterly, 41(8), 1371-1387.

Buxton (2020)

Upwards of 3 million Venezuelans have fled the country, mostly journeying to neighboring countries such as Colombia. This exodus both demonstrates the overwhelming nature of the crisis in Venezuela and poses a strain on neighboring countries. (AV 3)

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