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Foreign Secretary William Hague statement on Venezuelan election result

Foreign Secretary William Hague comments on the re-election of President Chavez in Venezuela.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Rt Hon William Hague
• Published: 8 October 2012

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Foreign Secretary, William Hague said:

“I congratulate the people of Venezuela and President Chavez on their successful elections, and welcome the high turnout and the peaceful atmosphere on election day. We look forward to working with the Venezuelan Government to strengthen the bilateral relationship, and to further engagement with the people of Venezuela.”

Published 8 October 2012