Background
- The coordinated move by Britain, Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, Denmark, Sweden, Austria and the Netherlands came after expiry of an eight day ultimatum for Mudro to call a new election.
- The Venezuelan leader Mudro has been accused of running the country like a dictator and wrecking the economy.
- It is also alleged by these coutries that Mudro is responsible for exodus of 3 million Venezuelan.
- Mudro became President in 2013 after the death of Hugo Chavez. He won reelection last year but critics say it was a sham.
Which Countries Are Supporting Mudro?
- Russia and China, who have poured billions of dollars as investment, are supporting Mudro.
- They are also supporting him as an extension of their geopolitical tussle with USA.
- Mudro government is paying both Russian and Chinese loans with oil.
