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One more individual with dual Portuguese and Venezuelan nationality has been set free.
Dual citizenship is becoming increasingly sought-after as a way to secure mobility, security and a “Plan B” in a politically unstable world, despite the tightening of rules in several countries.
The Portuguese–Venezuelan, freed after six years, praises consular support but compares Portugal’s efforts with those of Spain and France. She says she was sentenced to 21 years over 'Operation Gedeon' without evidence.
The Venezuelan capital has released Carla da Silva, a dual Portuguese and Venezuelan national who had been convicted and given a 20‑year prison sentence.
The release of over a hundred political prisoners in Venezuela has been confirmed; some held citizenship of European countries, but none were Luso‑Venezuelans. Eight citizens are listed in the document handed to the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
