Venezuela and the Dominican Republic have decided to gradually restore diplomatic relations.

On the 2nd, the governments of Venezuela and the Dominican Republic issued a joint statement announcing their agreement to gradually normalize diplomatic and consular relations. The statement noted that the first phase will involve necessary measures to restore consular services, followed by the advancement of diplomatic relationship normalization according to a timetable agreed upon by both parties. This decision aims to strengthen institutional communication channels between the two countries, protect the interests of their citizens, and consolidate the historical bonds of friendship between them. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to promoting this process through dialogue, based on mutual respect and adherence to the principles of international law.