Minister of Urban Agriculture highlights the importance of national identity in the revolutionary struggle

Published at: 06/08/2024 08:49 PM

With the purpose of analyzing the years of struggle of the Bolivarian Revolution, the Agrourban Movement participated in a conversation for Peace, from the 9th floor of the headquarters of the Ministry of Popular Power of Urban Agriculture (MINPPAU), located in Bellas Artes, Caracas.

On this occasion, Jhoanna Carrillo, owner of the agro-urban portfolio, stressed the need to remember the roots and understand the origin to avoid being underestimated. “We must know where we come from and who we are, so that no one underestimates us. We have been underestimated in our identity and genetics, but it's crucial to recognize that history defines our struggle and our dreams.”

Carrillo recalled critical moments in Venezuela's recent history, such as the events of 2002, pointing to the media manipulation that occurred at that time. “At that time, the media showed a biased image of what was happening in Puente Llaguno; changing our perception, while current technology allows us to manipulate what we see with artificial intelligence,” he explained.

The Minister highlighted how disinformation can influence public perception and erode national identity, where thanks to the network algorithm, many have lost the link with their Venezuelan identity and their historical legacy of struggle. “Maybe they are envious of Venezuela, what is it that they want, that's all that Venezuela has and that leads us to reflect now, what they did to manipulate your freedom.”

The spokeswoman also emphasized the importance of resilience and national unity in building a better future for Venezuela. “We have had this film many times and today Venezuela is an experiment, just as Ukraine was an experiment against Russia. Let's not be a technological laboratory experiment in the world,” he said.

In addition, Carrillo highlighted the impact of international sanctions on the country's economic situation. “We were like this because someone called for sanctions against Venezuela. The sanctions were not only against the government, but against all Venezuelans. They left us with nothing and today they say that the Venezuelan exodus is the government's fault. Why did some Venezuelans leave? Because they didn't have anything, we were wrong,” he said, stressing the need to recognize the truth of those difficult times.

Despite the challenges, Carrillo highlighted the country's recent achievements under the leadership of President Nicolás Maduro. “In recent years, the president has succeeded in raising the salaries of our workers and has boosted economic recovery. Gasoline is no longer the problem, we are exporting and we are part of the BRICS.”

In turn, the incumbent called for unity and joint work to build a better future. “Venezuela is a country that is light for the world and we have learned to have dignity. The world has already drawn its accounts, this country is recovering and that is irreversible and if Venezuela succeeds it will prove that a sanctioned country can succeed; that hurts the enemy,” he said.

Finally, Carrillo concluded with a message of hope and courage. “There is a real enemy, and we cannot allow it to create hatred in our country. What they did against the CNE is a crime against sovereignty. When you have dignity, you are courageous, and this people have been very courageous. Venezuela has come out ahead and we should be proud to be Venezuelans. Let's build this country together.”

For his part, Jesús Peña, Deputy Minister of Training and Agrourban Culture of the MINPPAU, recalled that in 1817, Simón Bolívar decreed the inclusion of eight stars in the flag as part of the liberation of Guyana by the Orinoco River. “Each star has a meaning for the provinces of that time: Caracas, Cumaná, Barcelona, Margarita, Barinas, Mérida, Trujillo and, of course, Guyana.”

The Deputy Minister also called for Peace and national dialogue, noting that President Nicolás Maduro invites all citizens to participate in a constructive dialogue.

On the other hand, Alix Forero, Deputy Minister of Agrourban Productive Development, transmitted a message of unity and resilience for all Venezuelans. “We are going to combat that enemy that wants to play with emotions; we are going to teach our neighbors that we are all Venezuelans, that we are all brothers and that we rebuild this country together,” he said.

Mazo News Team