Venezuelans in Peru mobilize to vote in the decisive elections on July 28.

As July 28 approaches, the date set for the presidential elections in Venezuela, the Venezuelan community in Peru is mobilizing to exercise their right to vote. More than 69,000 citizens registered in the electoral roll of the National Electoral Council (CNE) have expressed their intention to participate in the electoral process, which promises to be decisive for the future of the South American nation. The only polling station in Lima will be the Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, located at Av. Arequipa 298, where polling stations will be open from 6:00 AM. This year's election presents a competitive landscape with ten candidates, among whom current President Nicolás Maduro and opposition diplomat Edmundo González Urrutia stand out. The latter, who is running under the political alliance Democratic Unitary Platform (PUD), has captured voters' attention due to his long trajectory in Venezuelan politics and his experience as an ambassador in different countries. González Urrutia, 74, has been a key figure in the Venezuelan opposition, having held important positions such as the director of the Committee for Coordination and Strategic Planning at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as the general director of International Policy. His diplomatic career has been recognized, and his candidacy has generated expectations among Venezuelans who long for a change in the country's leadership. As polls indicate that González Urrutia is significantly leading electoral preferences over Maduro, with a difference ranging from 18% to 25%, the eyes of opposition voters are focused on the possibility of a meaningful change. According to Luis Vicente León, president of Datanalisis, the electoral climate appears favorable for the opposition, generating an atmosphere of hope among those who have endured years of crisis in Venezuela. However, the path to free and transparent elections has been complicated. The international community has closely monitored the process, and human rights groups have pointed out the need to ensure a safe environment for all voters. In this context, voting from abroad becomes a crucial aspect, as many Venezuelans have had to leave their country in search of better opportunities and living conditions. The call to vote from abroad is a moment of great importance, not only for those who have arrived in Peru in recent years but also for those who still hold hope for a better future for Venezuela. Active participation in the elections represents a way to express their discontent with Maduro's regime and a desire for change. Venezuelans in Lima are preparing for this civic event with the hope that their vote will not only count but also influence the direction of their nation. The Venezuelan Embassy in Lima serves as a meeting point for the diaspora, where compatriots can gather and share their concerns about the future of the country. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the electoral process in Venezuela, the commitment of the Venezuelan community abroad remains strong. Many believe that their participation is vital for building a new chapter in Venezuela's history, one that can bring prosperity and stability. As the electoral day approaches, the message is clear: all Venezuelans in Peru must exercise their right to vote and make their voices heard. The date of July 28 is not only an opportunity to decide who will lead the country but also an occasion to reaffirm their identity and the struggle for a better future. As national holidays in Peru draw near, the Venezuelan community finds itself immersed in an atmosphere of reflection and action. With the cold signaling its arrival in some districts of Lima, the warmth of the desire for change and hope is felt stronger than ever among those willing to stand up and make their voices heard at the polls.