August 6, 2024

Exodus of Venezuelans highlights failure of some South American governments to comply with obligations

Courtesy/ Photo: Composición de Sofía Jaimes Barreto

“In the face of an unprecedented crisis in the region, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador and Chile have either not been able to or not wanted to protect those fleeing Venezuela. The various measures and programs they are implementing to offer them regular migrant status do not comply with the standards outlined by international law. These states have the opportunity and obligation to protect the more than 5 million Venezuelans in their territories as a matter of urgency,” said Ana Piquer, Americas director at Amnesty International. Full Text -> Amnesty International.

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