Venezuela and Israel have agreed to restore consular relations, marking a significant shift in bilateral engagement after 17 years without formal consular ties.
Foreign Minister Félix Plasencia González said the agreement follows Israel’s emergency assistance after twin earthquakes in Venezuela. Both governments said they will continue technical cooperation linked to recovery efforts and establish a mechanism to provide consular services for their citizens.
Key developments:
- Venezuela and Israel will coordinate consular services for citizens in both countries.
- The agreement expands technical cooperation following Israel’s earthquake response.
- The move restores consular, but not full diplomatic relations.
The announcement comes as Interim President Delcy Rodríguez has overseen changes in Venezuela’s foreign policy since January, including closer engagement with countries aligned with the United States.
The agreement reflects broader diplomatic shifts in Latin America, where several governments have recently moved to strengthen or restore relations with Israel.
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