Panama Rules Out Restoring Ties with Delcy Rodríguez Government Until New Elections

Panama has firmly ruled out restoring diplomatic relations with Venezuela's current government, led by Delcy Rodríguez, until new elections take place. The Central American nation's foreign minister, Javier Martínez-Acha, made it clear that re-establishing ties is not a priority in the short term.

Martínez-Acha explicitly stated that restoring diplomatic relations "is not on the agenda" for the foreseeable future. This declaration signals Panama's continued adherence to its policy regarding the political crisis in Venezuela, indicating a lack of recognition for the legitimacy of the current administration.

The decision underscores Panama's position on the Venezuelan political landscape, aligning with international calls for democratic processes and free elections. The country appears to be waiting for a resolution to Venezuela's internal political conflict before considering any normalization of diplomatic engagement.

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restoring diplomatic relations in the short term 'is not on the agenda'.