Official statements from the European Union or EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell

EU Will Not Recognize Maduro's Election Win Until Votes Counted, Records Shared

Jul 31, 2024, 05:40 AM

The European Union has declared that it will not recognize the results of Venezuela's presidential election until all votes are counted and electoral records are shared. EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell emphasized the need for 'maximum transparency' in the election process, expressing concerns over the integrity of the vote. The EU's stance comes amid international scrutiny of the election, where President Nicolas Maduro has claimed victory. Borrell stated, 'The EU cannot recognize results of vote in Venezuela until all votes counted, records of electoral results shared.'