§ Mr. DavidsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what his policy is on promoting regime change in Venezuela; what1646W discussions he or his officials have had with United States counterparts on this matter; and if he will make a statement. [164606]
§ Mr. RammellThe UK with its European Union partners has made clear its position regarding Venezuela in the most recent EU Declaration of 4 March 2004 which encourages the country to find a democratic and peaceful solution to its current political crisis. We have regular discussions with the US on a range of foreign policy issues, including the situation in Venezuela.