Venezuela moves toward its regional and legislative elections on May 25, 2025, consolidating a democratic process with broad participation from all political sectors, in a context of dialogue, inclusion, and defense of national sovereignty.

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Venezuela is preparing to hold historic regional and legislative elections on May 25, 2025, in which 24 governorships, including the new state of Guayana Esequiba, and 260 seats in the National Assembly will be renewed. This process, driven by a robust electoral calendar, represents a new step in consolidating participatory democracy and political inclusion in a country that has been the target of external pressure and disinformation campaigns.

Venezuela’s National Electoral Council (CNE) has announced a schedule that includes not only the election of governors and deputies, but also popular consultations and the renewal of regional and municipal legislative councils. This calendar, the result of consensus among political forces, seeks to strengthen democratic institutions and guarantee the expression of the popular will. The participation of 38 legally registered parties and the holding of six direct consultations in community circuits underscore the plural and participatory nature of the process.

The text reads: The candidates of the Simón Bolívar Great Patriotic Pole will bring the victory of #Peace to Venezuela. May 25, the day of #Victory!

Participation from All Political Sectors

One of the most notable aspects of this process is the incorporation of political sectors that in the past questioned the constitutional framework or promoted abstention. Now, even opposition actors recognize the legitimacy of the Venezuelan electoral system, representing a defeat for boycott strategies promoted from abroad. The registration of more than 6,700 candidates, 24% more than in the 2024 presidential elections, demonstrates the dynamism and openness of the national political landscape.

The CNE has reiterated its commitment to transparency and electoral integrity, implementing audit and oversight mechanisms to ensure public confidence. Electoral authorities have stated that changes in the schedule aim to promote the participation of all social and political actors, in line with the spirit of participatory democracy enshrined in the Bolivarian Constitution.

El presidente de #Venezuela 🇻🇪, Nicolás Maduro, convocó a los candidatos del Gran Polo Patriótico Simón Bolívar en un encuentro estratégico rumbo a las elecciones parlamentarias del 25 de mayohttps://t.co/HIYu2CIgQn

— teleSUR TV (@teleSURtv) April 23, 2025

The text reads: The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, called the candidates of the Simón Bolívar Great Patriotic Pole for a strategic meeting ahead of the parliamentary elections on May 25.

Stability and Defense of Social Achievements

The Bolivarian movement is centering its campaign on defending peace, institutional stability, and the social advances achieved after the defeat of the coup agenda in 2020. Chavismo warns that a setback in the balance of power could jeopardize fundamental gains in health, education, and national sovereignty. Popular mobilization and programmatic debate are central pillars of the official strategy to consolidate the Bolivarian project against external interference.

The main challenge of this electoral process lies in avoiding sterile polarization and fostering a debate focused on concrete proposals to meet the demands of the Venezuelan people. While the democratic opposition seeks to distance itself from sectors that promoted violence and sanctions, Chavismo is betting on shielding institutions and ensuring the continuity of the revolution. The May 25 elections will not only define positions but also set the course for Venezuela toward 2030, reaffirming the country’s commitment to sovereignty, peace, and participatory democracy

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