Tag #Secretary-General Election

How do internal ideological divisions and the principle of non-intervention affect the OAS's ability to effectively address democratic backsliding in the region?

Two candidates are vying for the position: Suriname's Foreign Minister Albert Ramdin, and Paraguay's Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano. Ramdin's potential election suggests a less confrontational approach towards Venezuela, prioritizing diplomacy. Lezcano's election, however, would likely maintain or strengthen pressure on the Maduro regime, continuing the path set by Luis Almagro. The choice hinges on whether the OAS prioritizes diplomatic engagement or continued pressure.