Chancellor Gil participates in the Summit of Amazonian Countries in Colombia

Published at: 21/08/2025 12:29 PM

The Minister of Popular Power for Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil, arrived this Thursday in Bogotá, Colombia, to participate in the Summit of Amazonian Countries, where he will present, on behalf of President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's solid record of achievements in protecting the Amazon.

“Over the years, the Bolivarian Government, in close collaboration with our people, has confronted illegal mining and deforestation in this vital region of biological diversity, always prioritizing the lives of our indigenous peoples and sustainable development,” said the Venezuelan Foreign Minister on his social networks.

Gil indicated that the meeting is aimed at building a pact between the countries that make up the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (OTCA), to promote the joint preservation of this hydrographic space, which covers an area of 7,413,827 km², and transports large volumes of water to the Atlantic.

He stressed that the agreement will align with the needs and aspirations of indigenous peoples. “This unified position will be presented at the World Conference on Climate Change, to be held next November in Brazil.”

Finally, the diplomat thanked “the Colombian authorities, especially President Gustavo Petro, for hosting this significant meeting.”

Mazo News Team