FM rules out installation of Russian military bases in Venezuela

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Elías Jaua's remarks came when questioned about a statement issued by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Choigu, who told journalists this week that Moscow looked forward to widening its military presence abroad.

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Elías Jaua ruled out on Friday the possibility of installing Russian military bases in Venezuela.

"Under the Constitution, we cannot establish foreign military bases in our country," said Jaua in a press conference in Brazil.

His reply came when questioned about a statement issued by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Choigu, who told journalists this week that Moscow was willing to widen its international military presence with new bases and equipment for troops, according to Russian agency Ria Novosti, AFP reported.


"Conversations are in progress and we are about to sign the relevant instruments," commented Choigu, as Ria Novosti explained.

Source: El Universal
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