The United States and Venezuela’s interim authorities have agreed to re-establish diplomatic and consular relations, according to a statement released on March 5 from the State Department.
The change will help promote stability, economic recovery, and advance political reconciliation in Venezuela, the statement said.
“Our engagement is focused on helping the Venezuelan people move forward through a phased process that creates the conditions for a peaceful transition to a democratically elected government.”
In January, the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Months later, the two nations have struck a deal to work together.
“The United States remains committed to supporting the Venezuelan people and working with partners across the region to advance stability and prosperity,” the State Department said.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum just finished a trip to Venezuela to advance U.S. interests in critical minerals and energy.
.@SecretaryBurgum in Venezuela: "We wouldn't be here right now having these discussions without President Trump's bold, decisive, and courageous leadership back on January 3rd." pic.twitter.com/wdUfcefPuv
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) March 5, 2026
Just wrapped a trip to Venezuela to advance U.S. interests in the region and strengthen bilateral cooperation on critical minerals and energy.
— Secretary Doug Burgum (@SecretaryBurgum) March 6, 2026
At @POTUS’ direction, we are moving at TRUMP SPEED to usher in a Golden Age for the Western Hemisphere where America leads. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/SIsOeD75ma
.@StateDept: "The United States and Venezuela's interim authorities have agreed to re-establish diplomatic and consular relations." pic.twitter.com/vIX8Jo1eAH
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) March 5, 2026
U.S. and Venezuela's interim authorities agree to re-establish diplomatic and consular relations.
— Kellie Meyer (@KellieMeyerNews) March 5, 2026
Burgum says US-Venezuela ties moving at 'Trump speed,' will help keep energy costs down for Americans https://t.co/mWPSB1fQQR
— America's Pick (@nims213) March 6, 2026
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