U.S. Applauds Venezuela Dialogue as Crucial Step Toward Reconciliation

The United States has applauded the initiation of dialogue between Venezuela's governing party and a group of opposition figures, hailing it as a vital step for political reconciliation and the nation's recovery. The announcement of a joint agenda, commencing August 1, was met with approval by the U.S. State Department.

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This announcement represents an important step in the process of political reconciliation and continues the meeting held on June 18 between the representatives. We celebrate the commitment to strengthen democratic institutions, improve the electoral system, and restore guarantees for political participation.

Tommy Pigott, a spokesperson for the State Department, stated that the U.S. "welcomes the announcement by the 2015 National Assembly of Venezuela, led by Dinorah Figuera, and the Venezuelan interim government on a joint agenda to promote stability, democracy, and national recovery." He emphasized that this represents a significant move toward political reconciliation and follows a June 18 meeting between representatives.

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The devastating earthquakes... have highlighted the urgency of unity, responsible leadership, and institutions capable of serving the Venezuelan people.

U.S. officials highlighted the urgency for unity and responsible leadership in light of the recent devastating earthquakes that caused widespread death and destruction. The State Department reiterated its commitment to supporting Venezuelan-led initiatives that foster tangible progress toward a peaceful and democratic electoral transition, while also assisting in the country's recovery and reconstruction efforts.

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The United States will continue to support Venezuelan-led efforts that generate tangible progress toward a peaceful and democratic electoral transition, while working alongside the Venezuelan people in the recovery and reconstruction of their country.