Venezuelan Foreign Affairs Minister Yvan Gil announced on Tuesday that the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela has decided to sever diplomatic relations with the Republic of Peru. The decision was made based on Article 45 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations of 1961.
“The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela has decided to sever diplomatic relations with the Republic of Peru, on the basis of Article 45 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations of 1961,” Gil stated on social media platform X.
This significant move marks a new chapter in the bilateral relations between the two South American nations. The announcement has raised questions and concerns within the international community regarding the reasons behind this decision and its potential implications for regional diplomacy.
Article 45 of the Vienna Convention outlines provisions applicable in cases where diplomatic relations are broken off between states, ensuring the protection of diplomatic premises and personnel. By invoking this article, Venezuela is adhering to international protocols while making its stance clear.
The severing of diplomatic ties may impact various aspects of cooperation between Venezuela and Peru, including trade, migration, and regional initiatives. Observers are closely monitoring the situation to assess its effects on the geopolitical landscape of Latin America.
As developments unfold, the international community awaits further details from both Caracas and Lima regarding the circumstances leading to this decision and any potential avenues for dialogue and resolution.
The decision by Venezuela highlights the complexities of international relations and the importance of diplomatic channels in addressing inter-state issues. The global audience watches attentively as events progress.
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