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South America Freer than Ever,
Says Chavez
President Hugo Chavez said on
Wednesday that it is now that
the South American peoples are
free and independent.
At the end of a civil-military
parade to mark the anniversary
of Venezuela"s independence and
the Day of National Armed Force
(FAN), Chavez conveyed a warm
congratulation to participants
in the parade, which he
described as wonderful and full
of efficiency.
"We have witnessed how the
guidelines of the new strategic
plan are fulfilled by the
strengthening of the nation"s
armed component, in order to be
in condition to guarantee the
homeland"s security, sovereignty
and defense," he stressed.
"Venezuela is not preparing to
attack anyone, but let no one
dare to attack us, as we are
ready to safeguard our soil,"
Chavez warned.
He added that a day must come
when MERCOSUR can have a defense
organization with its own
strategy of security and
sovereignty.
"This elegant parade is a sign
of the future, of unity in all
spheres, as we have decided to
be free rather than depend on
any power center. As long as we
are united, we will remain
free," he said.
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