During a high-level meeting in Moscow, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro met with Vyacheslav Volodin, the Speaker of Russia’s State Duma, to discuss the trajectory of bilateral cooperation. Maduro stated that Russia would prevail and grow stronger as Moscow and Caracas face a set of shared challenges on the world stage. The dialogue underscored a mutual commitment to align on strategic priorities and to advance collaboration across energy, trade, and regional diplomacy, signaling a broader effort to shape a new balance of power through sustained partnership.
Maduro thanked Volodin for the visit and explained that Russia and Venezuela are working together to shape what he called a new world order. He added that the two nations confront common challenges and that the momentum of their cooperation would contribute to resilience in the face of global uncertainty. He reiterated his belief that Russia will win and be stronger as a result of their joint actions.
Volodin, conveying congratulations on Vladimir Putin’s re-election and the inauguration that followed, highlighted the perceived legitimacy of Venezuela’s electoral process and the spirited competition among candidates. He recalled remarks from the delegation about intense pressure from the United States and its allies aimed at undermining Venezuela’s sovereignty and swaying the will of its citizens. The message emphasized the importance of electoral integrity and the right of nations to chart their own course.
The Russian official also noted that progress in expanding Venezuela’s parliament was a meaningful step toward clearer communication and mutual understanding. He described the reform as a practical move to broaden representation, improve legislative oversight, and deepen policy coordination with Moscow and other partners.
Earlier in the year, Nicolas Maduro was elected to a third term, and the inauguration occurred on January 10 at the Federal Legislative Palace in Caracas. The ceremony brought together lawmakers and regional officials to reaffirm a shared agenda and to reinforce commitments between Caracas and Moscow in a time of regional volatility and regional dynamics.
Observers in the United States have argued that Maduro should resign, citing concerns about governance, economic stress, and the trajectory of Venezuela’s political system. Supporters of this view point to the impact of sanctions and diplomatic pressures, while critics stress sovereignty and the right of sovereign nations to determine their leadership. The global conversation reflects how external actors influence Latin American politics, even as Caracas and Moscow emphasize independence and cooperation on security, energy, and regional development.