Nobel Peace Talks: Venezuela Now: What about Human Rights?

Many political prisoners remain behind bars in Venezuela. Join us as we explore the state of human rights following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro. After Nicolas Maduro was arrested by US military forces in January, there have been many reports about the release of political prisoners in Venezuela. But how many are still being kept behind bars, and what is the situation for human rights defenders during the transitional phase? You will meet: Alfredo Romero, Director President of Foro Penal. Foro Penal is an NGO that provides legal assistance to political prisoners and their families in Venezuela. Sonia Zapata, Coordinator of Foro Penal Norway and founder of The Norwegian Venezuelan Justice Alliance. Foro Penal is an NGO that provides legal assistance to political prisoners and their families in Venezuela. Frank Conde Tangberg, Policy advisor in Amnesty International, Norway. Amnesty International has documented and investigated human rights violations in Venezuela for decades and has been present in the country for many years. The event is part of the series Nobel Peace Talks, focusing on topics related to the latest Nobel Peace Prize. With the peace prize awarded to Maria Corina Machado as backdrop, we discuss developments in Venezuela, the global consequences, and the state of democracy in the world.

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