President Biden invited President Guaidó to the Summit of Democracies in the world

The President of the United States, Joe Biden, invited the President in Charge of Venezuela, Juan Guaidó, to the Summit of the leaders of the world’s democracy against authoritarianism.

The Head of US diplomacy for Latin America, Brian A. Nichols, confirmed the invitation during a hearing of the Senate Foreign Committee when questioned by Democrat Bob Menéndez, who expressly asked him if the summit of democracies would have the participation of President Guaidó.

The summit of democracies will be held virtually between December 9th and 10th, and will focus on three themes: defense against authoritarianism, the fight against corruption; and the promotion of respect for human rights, as explained by the White House.

Following this meeting, President Biden will once again invite world leaders to meet again after a year for consultations to see the progress made on their commitments. Heads of State, civil society, philanthropists and leaders of the private sector are invited to both appointments.

By holding these two summits, Mr. Biden intends to realize one of the principles that guide his foreign policy: the idea that the United States should guide international efforts to fight corruption, defend democracies against authoritarianism and protect human rights.