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¿Qué desencadenó el conflicto en Venezuela en 2015?
¿Qué desencadenó el conflicto en Venezuela en 2015?
¿Cuál fue el motivo principal por el cual Juan Guaido se declaró presidente interino en enero de 2019?
¿Cuál fue el motivo principal por el cual Juan Guaido se declaró presidente interino en enero de 2019?
¿Qué país apoyó a Nicolás Maduro durante el conflicto a pesar de la oposición internacional?
¿Qué país apoyó a Nicolás Maduro durante el conflicto a pesar de la oposición internacional?
¿En qué ciudad venezolana se produjeron violentos enfrentamientos durante una protesta convocada por Guaido en febrero de 2020?
¿En qué ciudad venezolana se produjeron violentos enfrentamientos durante una protesta convocada por Guaido en febrero de 2020?
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¿Qué intento de mediación internacional no logró resolver la crisis en Venezuela?
¿Qué intento de mediación internacional no logró resolver la crisis en Venezuela?
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¿Cuál fue uno de los resultados del conflicto en Venezuela durante el año 2020?
¿Cuál fue uno de los resultados del conflicto en Venezuela durante el año 2020?
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¿Qué desencadenó la crisis política en Ecuador en noviembre de 2019?
¿Qué desencadenó la crisis política en Ecuador en noviembre de 2019?
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¿Qué acusaron los opositores del presidente Moreno en Ecuador durante la crisis?
¿Qué acusaron los opositores del presidente Moreno en Ecuador durante la crisis?
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¿Cuál fue una de las consecuencias de permitir a los cobradores de deudas extranjeros incautar cargamentos de petróleo en Ecuador?
¿Cuál fue una de las consecuencias de permitir a los cobradores de deudas extranjeros incautar cargamentos de petróleo en Ecuador?
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¿Qué factor contribuyó al derrocamiento de Pedro Castillo en Perú?
¿Qué factor contribuyó al derrocamiento de Pedro Castillo en Perú?
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¿Qué provocó la percepción de amenaza a las industrias y empleos locales en Perú?
¿Qué provocó la percepción de amenaza a las industrias y empleos locales en Perú?
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¿Qué ha sido una lucha principal de las comunidades indígenas en Brasil?
¿Qué ha sido una lucha principal de las comunidades indígenas en Brasil?
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Study Notes
Conflict in Venezuela
Venezuela has been embroiled in conflict since 2015 when President Nicolas Maduro began pursuing anti-corruption policies. This led to widespread opposition from various sectors including student groups and business leaders who were against his progressive economic reforms. The situation escalated further with the controversial reelection of Maduro in May 2018 amidst allegations of electoral fraud by the opposition.
The political crisis deepened after opposition leader Juan Guaido declared himself interim president in January 2019, claiming that Maduro's presidency was illegitimate due to fraudulent elections. This move garnered international recognition from countries like the US and many EU nations. Despite this, Maduro remained in power with support from China, Russia, Cuba, and Iran.
In February 2020, Guaido called for a massive protest in Caracas, which turned into violent clashes between security forces and opposition supporters. The unrest continued throughout the year, leading to hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries.
Although there have been attempts at peace talks mediated by Norway and Dominican Republic, they have failed so far. The situation remains volatile with both sides accusing each other of human rights abuses.
Conflict in Ecuador
Ecuador's current political crisis started on November 2, 2019, when indigenous leaders representing 14 nationalities took over the National Assembly of Spain headquarters in Quito in opposition to a proposed mining project. They claimed that the Chinese consortium behind the project had not consulted them beforehand, violating their constitutional rights.
This action sparked protests across Ecuador, culminating in violent clashes between police and protesters where three people died. President Lenin Moreno declared a state of emergency and imposed curfews in several cities.
Moreno's decision to allow foreign debt collectors to seize oil cargoes was another factor contributing to the crisis. His opponents accused him of selling out Ecuador's sovereignty.
As of now, the situation is relatively calm, but it remains to be seen how these conflicts will unfold in the coming months.
Conflict in Brazil
Brazil has experienced numerous social conflicts shaped by ongoing environmental crises, land rights struggles, and political turmoil. One major point of contention is the Amazon rainforest, which has faced significant deforestation under President Jair Bolsonaro's administration.
Indigenous communities in the region are fighting to protect their lands and resources from illegal mining, logging, and agricultural activities. These actions threaten not only their livelihoods but also contribute to climate change through increased carbon emissions.
Despite calls for immediate action domestically and internationally, Bolsonaro has maintained his stance on developing the Amazon despite concerns about its ecological impact.
This conflict extends beyond environmental issues, affecting the judiciary system, labor laws, and public services. The country's future hinges on whether its government can address these pressing concerns while promoting unity among diverse groups.
Conflict in Peru
Peru has faced internal strife due to its economic ties with China, which have been perceived as threatening domestic industries and jobs. This tension reached boiling point when protests erupted in Lima and other cities demanding the resignation of President Dina Boluarte following the ousting of Pedro Castillo after he attempted to dissolve Congress.
Castillo's downfall came amid accusations of corruption and mismanagement, which fueled discontent among citizens already affected by high inflation. Protests turned violent with reports of looting and vandalism.
The situation further deteriorated when Castillo's supporters blocked key roads leading to ports, disrupting exports of copper, gold, and zinc - some of Peru's largest income sources. In response, authorities deployed riot control units and declared a state of emergency.
Despite dialogue efforts led by the United Nations and neighboring Chile, tensions remain high in Peru, highlighting the deep divide within Peruvian society.
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Este quiz aborda los conflictos políticos y sociales en Venezuela, Ecuador, Brasil y Perú. Desde la crisis política en Venezuela entre Maduro y Guaido, la disputa en Ecuador por un proyecto minero, hasta la lucha de las comunidades indígenas en Brasil por proteger la Amazonía, y las tensiones en Perú tras la destitución de Pedro Castillo. ¡Ponte a prueba sobre los conflictos en América Latina!
