In the past 60 minutes, the world has been captivated by the unfolding events in Venezuela following the US administration’s bold move against President Nicolas Maduro. The Philippines, China, and Congress have all been drawn into the fray, highlighting the international ramifications of this high-stakes political maneuver.
The Philippines, a long-standing ally of the United States, finds itself in a delicate position as critics warn that Washington’s actions against Maduro have complicated Manila’s claim to champion a rules-based international order. Opposition lawmakers and analysts in the Philippines have expressed concerns about the implications of the US operation, which resulted in Maduro’s capture and extradition to the United States to face charges. This development has left the Philippines feeling “compromised” and vulnerable to scrutiny.
Meanwhile, a Chinese business owner in Venezuela has warned of potential knock-on effects following Maduro’s abduction by the United States. David Hou, who returned to Venezuela after eight years and found an improved economic environment, now faces uncertainty as the situation unfolds. The US allegations of narcoterrorism and possession of destructive devices against Maduro have cast a shadow of anxiety over the business community in Venezuela.
In Congress, key figures in foreign policy have briefed lawmakers on Venezuela’s path forward following Maduro’s detention by the Trump administration. The power struggle in Venezuela has revealed ruthless insiders as the country transitions away from Maduro’s leadership. At least 24 Venezuelan security officers have been reported killed in the operation to capture Maduro, underscoring the high stakes and human cost of the political turmoil.
Opposition leader María Corina Machado has vowed to return to Venezuela and reject the rule of Maduro’s deputy, Delcy Rodriguez, expressing readiness to win a fair election and praising the US for its role in removing Maduro from power.
As global concerns rise over the US actions in Venezuela, the world watches closely to see how the situation will unfold and what implications it may have for international relations and stability.
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References:
1. “Philippine lawmakers say US move on Venezuela complicates Manila’s rules-based stance” – South China Morning Post: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3338810/philippine-lawmakers-say-us-move-venezuela-complicates-manilas-rules-based-stance?utm_source=rss_feed
2. “Oil gives the U.S. major leverage over Venezuela. How will the Trump administration use it?” – The Washington Times: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2026/jan/5/oil-gives-us-major-leverage-venezuela-trump-administration-use/
3. “Congress Receives Briefing on Venezuela’s Path Forward Following Maduro’s Detention by Trump Administration” – Internewscast Journal: https://internewscast.com/politics/congress-receives-briefing-on-venezuelas-path-forward-following-maduros-detention-by-trump-administration/
4. “Chinese business owner in Venezuela warns of knock-on effects following Maduro’s abduction” – South China Morning Post: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3338956/chinese-business-owner-venezuela-warns-knock-effects-following-maduros-abduction?utm_source=rss_feed
5. “María Corina Machado vows to return to Venezuela and rejects rule of Maduro’s deputy” – The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jan/06/maria-corina-machado-vows-return-venezuela-rejects-rule-maduro-deputy-delcy-rodriguez
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