Statements

(Dated: 6 January 2026) As adopted by the Executive Committee of the International Alliance of Libertarian Parties on 6 January 2026 The dictatorship of Nicolàs Maduro has fallen. His authoritarian regime, which relied for years on the suffering of millions of Venezuelans, has collapsed, to the joy of all those in the Bolivarian Republic who have spent decades fighting for freedom. We cannot but share in the joy that many now have, not only within Venezuela but throughout the large Venezuelan community abroad, surrounding the fall of Maduro. By all historical measurements, this day is a day to celebrate. At the same time, we cannot ignore the reality that Venezuela now faces: The Chavista system remains intact and retains its strength, with Delcy Rodriguez now poised to perpetuate Maduro’s tyranny. It has always been the position of the International Alliance of Libertarian Parties that military operations to overthrow regimes cannot be justified. We can celebrate the downfall of one global enemy of liberty and we also must realize that regime change via foreign military intervention has historically led to destabilization of entire regions, while sending signals to hostile empires that a world order based on international law can be tossed in favor of blood and fire. Many questions remain today. But there are a few realities that must be recognized. The events in Venezuela are the culmination of decades of interventionism from various other countries. We reiterate our firm belief that the only path toward freedom for Latin America resides in the freedom of its nations to develop without foreign intervention and without the geopolitical calculations of large states, but rather with free trade, freedom of movement, respect for international law, and peace.

• The Government of Georgia, led by the Georgian Dream party, has undertaken a series of authoritarian measures that gravely undermine the fundamental freedoms of its citizens; • A new law has been passed criminalizing criticism or “insults” directed at government officials, both online and offline — with retroactive effect — thereby violating freedom of speech and setting a dangerous legal precedent;  • The government has simultaneously imposed harsher drug laws, criminalizing the possession of more than five grams of cannabis with penalties of up to six years in prison; • The state has revived degrading practices such as randomly stopping individuals on the street and subjecting them to forced drug testing, while also banning the sale of cannabis seeds and cultivation equipment; • These laws are being enforced selectively against activists and political opponents, with at least 320 people detained and 270 testing positive for cannabis consumption; • Among those targeted are supporters of various opposition parties, though not all share a libertarian philosophy; • Our member party in Georgia, Girchi, has publicly denounced these abuses and is organizing a national protest under the slogan “Don’t Arrest”, with the support of well-known musicians, rappers, and actors; • Throughout history, prohibitionist drug policies have often served as tools of authoritarian control and state repression; Therefore, the International Alliance of Libertarian Parties (IALP), convened in accordance with its Charter, resolves:  1. To express full support for Girchi in its defense of civil liberties and peaceful opposition to authoritarianism in Georgia; 2. To strongly condemn the retroactive criminalization of speech and the political use of drug laws to target dissent; 3. To urge the international community, including democratic institutions and human rights organizations, to denounce the Georgian government’s authoritarian turn; 4. To declare solidarity with all citizens unjustly detained or subjected to degrading treatment for exercising their individual freedoms; 5. To publicly support the “Don’t Arrest” protest and any other peaceful action undertaken in defense of liberty and individual rights in Georgia.

El presidente de Venezuela, Edmundo González Urrutia, ha dado un paso audaz en su lucha por la libertad y la reconstrucción democrática del país. Con un espíritu inquebrantable, ha iniciado una gira internacional que busca encender la esperanza entre los millones de venezolanos que, desde el exterior, sueñan con regresar a una patria renovada. Tras un emotivo comienzo en España, la gira ha llegado ahora a Argentina, donde la causa de la libertad venezolana ha encontrado un aliado estratégico. El 4 de enero de 2025, González Urrutia se reunió en la Casa Rosada con el presidente argentino, Javier Milei, quien le reconoció como mandatario legítimo. Ambos líderes reafirmaron su compromiso con la lucha por los valores de libertad, justicia y progreso en América Latina. Este acto histórico no solo representa un respaldo oficial, sino un símbolo de solidaridad hacia los millones de venezolanos que buscan el renacer de su país. En palabras de González Urrutia, “la reconstrucción de Venezuela comienza con cada venezolano que se une al llamado de la libertad”. En un gesto sin precedentes, se ha convocado a toda la comunidad venezolana en Argentina a participar en una manifestación pacífica en la emblemática Plaza de Mayo, un espacio que a lo largo de la historia ha sido testigo de luchas por la democracia y los derechos fundamentales. Esta manifestación busca no solo visibilizar la causa venezolana, sino enviar un mensaje claro al mundo: el pueblo venezolano está decidido a recuperar su futuro. Los libertarios de todo el continente nos solidarizamos plenamente con aquellos países cuyos gobiernos corruptos han pisoteado las libertades y el bienestar de sus ciudadanos. Venezuela, símbolo de resistencia y esperanza, está en camino de retomar su lugar como una nación de paz, crecimiento y dignidad. Estamos convencidos de que, con el liderazgo de González Urrutia y el apoyo de las fuerzas democráticas internacionales, Venezuela logrará su libertad y será un pilar clave para el progreso de la región. Hoy más que nunca, se respira el aire de un cambio inminente. La libertad no solo es posible, es inevitable.

IALP declares its strongest and most vigorous rejection of any form of censorship, whether direct or indirect, that states may seek to impose on social networks, both in Europe, the United States, and anywhere in the world. In defense of freedom of expression, a fundamental pillar of any free and democratic society, we repudiate any policy, law, or measure that seeks to control, limit, or restrict the dissemination of ideas, opinions, or information in the digital realm. Considering: We Resolve: Conclusion: IALP is committed to fighting with all its might against any attempt at censorship and reiterates that the only way to a truly free society is the unwavering defense of freedom of expression in all its forms. Any measure that limits this freedom is unacceptable and will be firmly opposed. We will not tolerate authoritarianism disguised as regulation. Long live freedom! Portuguese: Resolução do IALP Contra a Censura nas Redes Sociais na Europa, EUA e no Mundo IALP declara sua mais firme e enérgica rejeição a qualquer forma de censura, seja direta ou indireta, que os Estados pretendam impor sobre as redes sociais, tanto na Europa como nos Estados Unidos e em qualquer lugar do mundo. Em defesa da liberdade de expressão, um pilar fundamental de qualquer sociedade livre e democrática, repudiamos qualquer política, lei ou medida que busque controlar, limitar ou restringir a difusão de ideias, opiniões ou informações no âmbito digital. Considerando: Resolvemos: Conclusão: IALP se compromete a lutar com todas as suas forças contra qualquer tentativa de censura e reitera que a única via para uma sociedade verdadeiramente livre é a defesa inabalável da liberdade de expressão em todas as suas formas. Qualquer medida que limite essa liberdade é inaceitável e será combatida com firmeza. Não toleraremos o autoritarismo disfarçado de regulação. Viva a liberdade! Dutch: Resolutie van de IALP Tegen Censuur op Sociale Media in Europa, de VS en de Wereld IALP verklaart haar meest ferme en krachtige afwijzing van elke vorm van censuur, direct of indirect, die staten proberen op te leggen aan sociale media, zowel in Europa als in de Verenigde Staten en overal ter wereld. Ter verdediging van de vrijheid van meningsuiting, een fundamentele pijler van elke vrije en democratische samenleving, verwerpen wij elke politiek, wet of maatregel die erop gericht is om het verspreiden van ideeën, meningen of informatie in de digitale sfeer te controleren, beperken of in te perken. Overwegende: Wij Besluiten: Conclusie: IALP verbindt zich ertoe met al haar kracht te vechten tegen elke poging tot censuur en herhaalt dat de enige weg naar een echt vrije samenleving de onwankelbare verdediging van de vrijheid van meningsuiting in al haar vormen is. Elke maatregel die deze vrijheid beperkt is onaanvaardbaar en zal met vastberadenheid worden bestreden. Wij tolereren geen autoritarisme vermomd als regulering. Leve de vrijheid! French: Résolution de l’IALP contre la censure sur les réseaux sociaux en Europe, aux États-Unis et dans le monde Le Parti Libertaire d’Espagne déclare son plus ferme et énergique rejet de toute forme de censure, qu’elle soit directe ou indirecte, que les États tentent d’imposer sur les réseaux sociaux, tant en Europe qu’aux États-Unis et partout dans le monde. En défense de la liberté d’expression, un pilier fondamental de toute société libre et démocratique, nous rejetons toute politique, loi ou mesure visant à contrôler, limiter ou restreindre la diffusion d’idées, d’opinions ou d’informations dans le domaine numérique. Considérant : Nous résolvons : Conclusion : L’IALP s’engage à lutter de toutes ses forces contre toute tentative de censure et réitère que la seule voie vers une société véritablement libre est la défense inébranlable de la liberté d’expression sous toutes ses formes. Toute mesure limitant cette liberté est inacceptable et sera combattue avec fermeté. Nous ne tolérerons pas l’autoritarisme déguisé en régulation. Chinese: IALP 对欧洲、美国及全球社交媒体审查的决议西班牙自由党坚决反对任何形式的审查，无论是直接还是间接，由各国政府试图在欧洲、美国及世界其他地方对社交媒体施加的任何形式的审查。我们捍卫言论自由，这是任何自由民主社会的基石，反对任何旨在控制、限制或约束数字领域内思想、观点或信息传播的政策、法律或措施。考虑到： Russian: Резолюция IALP Против Цензуры в Социальных Сетях в Европе, США и МираЛибертарианская партия Испании заявляет о своем решительном и энергичном протесте против любой формы цензуры, будь то прямая или косвенная, которую государства намереваются наложить на социальные сети как в Европе, так и в США, а также в любой точке мира.В защиту свободы слова, фундаментального столпа любой свободной и демократической общества, мы отвергаем любые политики, законы или меры, направленные на контроль, ограничение или сдерживание распространения идей, мнений или информации в цифровом пространстве.С учетом: