Venezuela and U.S. Resume Diplomatic Relations Amid Energy Talks

Venezuela and the U.S. are reestablishing diplomatic ties after a 2019 break. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez and U.S. envoy Laura Dogu met to discuss energy and political issues. Plans include exporting $2 billion in oil to the U.S. and a proposed amnesty for political prisoners.

In a significant diplomatic development, Venezuela and the United States are moving to restore bilateral relations severed in 2019. During a meeting at the Miraflores presidential palace, Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez and U.S. envoy Laura Dogu discussed a new work agenda.

The talks covered crucial topics like energy trade, political cooperation, and economic issues. Venezuela's Foreign Minister Yvan Gil emphasized the importance of their common agenda. Diplomatic representative Felix Plasencia is set to travel to Washington as part of this rapprochement.

The U.S. embassy highlighted the meeting's focus on stabilization, economic recovery, reconciliation, and transition in Venezuela. Recent changes include Nicolas Maduro's capture, the swearing-in of Rodriguez, and a proposal for an amnesty law, signaling a fresh start in U.S.-Venezuela relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)