Colombia Pushes for Urgent International Talks on Venezuela 🇨🇴🇻🇪
Colombia has formally requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council to address the rapidly evolving situation in Venezuela and its potential impact on regional stability.
The announcement was made on January 3 by Angie Rodriguez, Director of the Office of the President of Colombia. Alongside the UN request, Bogotá is also proposing a special session of the Organization of American States Permanent Council.
Why this matters
Political shifts in Venezuela are increasingly seen as a regional security concern
Colombia, which shares a long border with Venezuela, is directly exposed to spillover risks
Involving both the UN and OAS signals a push for multilateral diplomatic engagement, not unilateral action
Big picture:
Colombia’s move elevates the Venezuela situation from a regional issue to a global diplomatic agenda item, underscoring fears that internal political changes could have broader consequences for South American stability.
All eyes now turn to how the international community responds — and whether coordinated action can help prevent further escalation.
