Trudeau Rallies Venezuela's Neighbors in Support of Guaido

Lima Group urges democratic transition without use of force
Talks come as European nations tilt against Maduro regime

Juan Guaido gestures while speaking during a pro-opposition protest in Caracas on Feb. 2, 2019.Photographer: Alejandro Cegarra/Bloomberg

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By Stephen Wicary and Josh Wingrove

February 4, 2019 at 3:06 PM UTC

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February 4, 2019 at 11:33 PM UTC

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Justin Trudeau brought together Venezuela’s neighbors to voice support for a peaceful handover of power, making a modest pledge of humanitarian aid for the country and those who’ve fled economic crisis under the regime of Nicolas Maduro.

The Canadian prime minister hosted the Lima Group, which includes Brazil, Colombia and other Latin American nations, Monday in Ottawa. The group recognized Juan Guaido as interim president and welcomed his Venezuelan government-in-waiting into its ranks as Maduro digs in against international pressure spearheaded by U.S. President Donald Trump.