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Aug 2, 2026

Venezuela and Dominican Republic agree to restore diplomatic relations after a two-year break

Venezuela and the Dominican Republic announced an agreement to begin gradual normalization of diplomatic and consular relations, which were severed in 2024 after the Dominican Republic refused to recognize Nicolás Maduro's contested reelection. The countries will develop a roadmap for restoring ties.

Aug 2, 2026·9 sources
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  • ▪The normalization process is structured around a bilateral roadmap developed by common agreement, which will advance toward full diplomatic ties based on a mutually agreed schedule.
  • ▪The Dominican Republic was among seven regional nations from which Venezuela demanded the immediate withdrawal of diplomatic representatives following the July 2024 election dispute.
  • ▪The first stage of the bilateral agreement focuses on adopting the necessary measures to restore consular services in Caracas and Santo Domingo.

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