International Relations Expert Michael Kwadwo Nketiah has stated categorically that United States President Donald Trump’s invasion of Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro and the First Lady undermines international laws, protocols, and the sovereignty of the country.
Speaking in an interview on Nyankonton Mu Nsem on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM, he indicated that the action led by President Donald Trump is condemnable.
He argued that America, despite being categorised as a superpower, does not have any authority over Venezuela.
He noted that ‘under international laws and protocols, the action by the United States Government is a clear breach.
“It is reckless, and the US has no right to engage in what it did. There is no law that guarantees the US the right to invade Venezuela, and so if our Foreign Affairs Minister has issued a statement condemning them, it is the most appropriate thing to do.
He said, “At the international level, every country is equal. It does not matter whether America is a superpower with well-trained soldiers; it does not have any authority or superiority over Venezuela. Each country is sovereign, and so no law guarantees America the right to invade Venezuela. If there was any reason regarding any war crimes against Venezuela, America should have used the International Tribunal or the International Criminal Court.”
Michael Kwadwo Nketiah added that Nicholas Maduro brought this upon himself, considering some of his actions while presiding as president.
He recounted how this man had used dubious means in ascending to the presidency, which led to the deaths of about 20,000 people in his country through extrajudicial killings, which he did not account for.
He said Mr Maduro also rigged the elections to stay in power and destabilise his country, leading to several million Venezuelans seeking refuge in other countries.
The expert added that the embattled Venezuelan President was directly involved in the production and transit of illicit drugs such as cocaine, was a tyrant, abused his office, and undermined the fundamental rights of his citizens; however, America had no authority or jurisdiction to invade the country to abduct him.
Meanwhile, he has also stated that the statement condemning the incident by the Ghanaian government is a show of solidarity and a step in the right direction.
Countries should condemn actions that undermine the rule of law and abuse power. There are institutions like the International Criminal Court that should handle such issues, rather than resorting to actions that contravene international laws.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
