The International Socialist unanimously approved a report submitted by an international mission of the organization that visited the country in January. The report condemns the "authoritarian regime established in Venezuela."

According to the document, which examines different aspects of the Venezuelan situation, Venezuela's democracy is threatened "by an authoritarian regime that uses shamelessly and regularly government institutions to put an end to democratic principles."

It added that the International Socialist needs to supports the different democratic sectors in Venezuela to restore civil liberties, democratic institutions and, therefore, the democratic system.

"Appropriation of the legislative framework (by the Executive Office) is a key element in the government's mechanism to ensure its own perpetuity in power."

Fuente: ElUniversal.com