The United States and Venezuela’s interim government have agreed to re-establish diplomatic and consular relations, marking a significant shift after years of strained ties.
In a statement, the US State Department said renewed engagement aims to support stability and create conditions for a peaceful transition to a democratically elected government. Diplomatic relations had been suspended since 2019.
The move follows the January 2026 capture of former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, after which interim president Delcy Rodríguez assumed leadership.
Key developments
• US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum visited Caracas for talks on investment and resource cooperation.
• Venezuela pledged to ensure security for foreign mining companies seeking to operate in the country.
• Several companies have reportedly expressed interest in investing in Venezuela’s oil, gold, diamonds, bauxite and coltan sectors.
• Mining activity remains concentrated in the Orinoco Mining Arc, where armed groups operate.
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