BRUNEI DARUSSALAM'S STATEMENT ON THE SITUATION IN VENEZUELA
Brunei Darussalam expresses concern on the developments in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and continues to closely monitor the situation.
We underscore the importance of upholding international law and principles of the United Nations Charter, including respect for the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of all states.
Brunei Darussalam stresses the need to ensure the protection and well-being of the Venezuelan people and to respect their legitimate right to determine their future.
We call on all parties concerned to exercise restraint and to settle differences by peaceful means, including through genuine dialogue and diplomacy without resorting to threat or use of force. In this regard, Brunei Darussalam supports all efforts towards promoting de-escalation for an inclusive and peaceful resolution on the situation in Venezuela, in accordance with international law.
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