The U.S. senator focused his remarks on strengthening U.S. engagement with region when it comes to the rule of law, trade, and economic development.
U.S. Policy
Many speakers had strong words for Venezuela, none more so than U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley.
"The United States is committed to being the security partner of choice for the Americas," said the U.S. deputy secretary of state.
The top U.S. diplomat to the UN described Venezuela's May elections a "sham".
“It is time for [President of Venezuela Nicolás] Maduro to go,” said Haley at the COA conference.
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