VOICED : Mercosur bloquea presidencia de Venezuela y podria suspenderlo

The Mercosur founders, Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, have taken over the rotating presidency from Venezuela, warning the country of suspension if it fails to meet its obligations. Venezuela's foreign minister, Delcy Rodríguez, ignored this announcement, leading to controversy. Despite no agreement, Venezuela claimed the presidency, raising the Mercosur flag at its foreign ministry. Venezuela joined Mercosur in 2012 but has yet to ratify key economic and political norms, including human rights. The deadline for compliance is December 1. The situation is a significant political blow to Venezuela, exacerbated by tensions with liberal governments in Argentina and Brazil and its ongoing political and economic crisis.

Which countries assumed the rotating presidency of Mercosur, replacing Venezuela?

• Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, and Suriname

• Chile, Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador

• Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, and Nicaragua

• Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay

What was the reaction of Venezuela's foreign minister to Brazil's announcement?

• She ignored the announcement

• She called for a meeting with Mercosur members

• She supported the decision

• She resigned from her position

What action did Venezuela's foreign minister take despite no agreement in Mercosur?

• She raised the Mercosur flag at the foreign ministry

• She withdrew from Mercosur

• She signed a new trade agreement

• She called for new elections

When did Venezuela join Mercosur?

• 2014

• 2012

• 2010

• 2016

What is the deadline for Venezuela to fulfill its obligations within Mercosur?

• November 1

• December 1

• February 1

• January 1