Catherine Royle

Former British diplomat who served as Ambassador to Venezuela (2007–2010) and later worked for NATO and in Afghanistan, providing firsthand experience of Venezuelan politics and leaders.

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Jan 4, 2026 • 46min

EMERGENCY EPISODE: Maduro, Chavez, Delcy Rodriguez and where we're going in Venezuela

Catherine Royle, former British ambassador to Venezuela, shares her unique insights on the tumultuous political landscape shaped by leaders like Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro. She discusses Chávez's charismatic appeal and the impact of the 2002 coup on his regime. Royle contrasts Maduro’s subdued governance with Chávez's flamboyance, explores the failed promises of politicized institutions, and delves into the complexities of U.S.-Venezuela relations. With pragmatism in mind, she profiles Delcy Rodríguez and examines the uncertain future of Venezuelan politics amid international pressures.

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