Venezuela's Interim Leader Meets U.S. Envoy As Diplomatic Talk Advance

Venezuela said on Monday that its interim president held talks with a senior U.S. envoy in Caracas, underscoring continued efforts by both sides to rebuild diplomatic relations after years of strained ties.

The Venezuelan government said interim President Delcy Rodríguez met U.S. envoy Laura Dogu at the presidential palace in Caracas. Officials said the meeting covered bilateral issues including energy cooperation, trade, political dialogue, and economic cooperation.

Venezuela’s foreign minister, Yván Gil, described the talks as part of ongoing efforts to reopen formal channels of communication between Caracas and Washington. National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez was also present, according to a government statement.

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The United States has not released detailed comments on the meeting, but the U.S. embassy said Dogu reiterated Washington’s position on a phased approach toward engagement with Venezuela. That framework focuses on political stabilization, economic recovery, and a longer-term transition supported by dialogue and institutional reforms.

Venezuela also announced that Felix Plasencia, a former foreign minister and former ambassador to China, will travel to Washington to represent Caracas in discussions with U.S. officials. The move signals an intention to maintain direct diplomatic engagement rather than relying solely on intermediaries.

The talks follow significant political changes in Venezuela after the removal of former president Nicolás Maduro earlier this year. Rodríguez assumed the interim presidency and has since indicated a willingness to reset relations with the United States and other Western governments. Since then, authorities have introduced changes to the country’s hydrocarbons framework, allowed limited political openings, and discussed potential energy arrangements with Washington.

U.S. officials have said any normalization of ties will depend on measurable political and economic steps, including respect for democratic processes and international commitments. Venezuela, meanwhile, has framed the discussions as a chance to restore normal diplomatic relations based on mutual recognition and state-to-state dialogue.

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Both sides have described the engagement as cautious but necessary, with further meetings expected in the coming weeks as negotiations continue.