(From Curaçao Chronicle)
As Venezuelan, I manifest my indignation of the inappropriateness of the statements of Lucille George-Wout, in relation to the problems facing my country, and the clear consequences these may have on the island of Curaçao, given its proximity to Venezuela.
The statements of the Governor show an absolute ignorance in the diplomatic field, in addition to my considering it particularly stigmatising. Venezuela undoubtedly is passing through a difficult time, and assuming that kind of position will not help any problem.
I suggest to the Governor to leave the diplomatic affairs of Curaçao in the hands of the Netherlands and study more deeply the history of her island, to discover that Curaçao and Venezuela’s relationship is full of mutual cooperation in economic, social and energy fields among others.
I respectfully remind the Governor that one of the fathers of Venezuelan homeland was born in Curaçao, the "great" Admiral Luis Brion.
Paulo Gonzalez Castillo
