Marco Rubio backs work agenda between 2015 National Assembly and Chavismo

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has voiced strong support for a recent agreement between Venezuela's 2015 National Assembly and the interim government led by Delcy Rodríguez. Rubio described the deal as "very good news" for the democratic recovery of Venezuela, emphasizing its role in initiating a reconciliation and democratic transition process.

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Rubio highlighted that the consensus reached between Dinorah Figuera, president of the 2015 Parliament, and government authorities, is intended to create a platform for dialogue and the commencement of a transition. He noted that this agreement has generated positive expectations within Venezuela and that the U.S. intends to remain closely involved in its evolution.

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They have agreed to establish a format and a forum not only for reconciliation talks but also to begin the transition process, which is what the people of Venezuela need.

Furthermore, the U.S. affirmed its commitment to ongoing humanitarian assistance to Venezuela, with aid already surpassing $180 million. Washington also plans to assist Venezuela in accessing international credit and financing to expedite reconstruction efforts. Experts estimate the country's reconstruction needs could exceed $37 billion following recent earthquakes.

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Obviously we will see how it evolves, but we believe that agreement was received in Venezuela as very good news and it is something in which we are going to be very involved.