Britain restores diplomatic ties with Venezuela to support democratic transition process
Britain said the move did not signal endorsement of Venezuela's disputed 2024 election or of any political faction, but reflected its longstanding policy of maintaining relations with country.
On Tuesday, Britain announced it would elevate its diplomatic ties with Venezuela, appointing an ambassador to the South American nation. The government asserted that this move would enhance its capacity to support the democratic transition process in Venezuela. This decision is part of a wider international reengagement, according to a written statement to parliament.
The British move does not imply endorsement of Venezuela's disputed 2024 election or support for any political faction. Instead, it reflects the UK's usual policy of maintaining relations with the Venezuelan state. Venezuela responded positively to the decision, with Deputy Foreign Minister Oliver Blanco expressing satisfaction on X/Twitter.
Blanco stated that Caracas values Britain's move to increase the diplomatic relations' level. He affirmed the country's willingness to deepen respectful and constructive dialogue, promote cooperation in areas of common interest, and advance the recovery of resources rightfully belonging to the Venezuelan people.
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