Venezuela and Italy raise the level of diplomatic missions to the rank of ambassadors

Published at: 12/01/2026 01:13 PM

During a telephone conversation between the Foreign Minister of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Yván Gil, and his counterpart from Italy, Antonio Tajani, both countries agreed on Monday to raise their diplomatic missions to the rank of ambassadors.

Through his Telegram channel, the Venezuelan Foreign Minister indicated that they agreed to establish a bilateral work agenda, valuing the historical ties between the two countries, given the important Italian community that resides in the country.

“We have agreed to raise the level of our diplomatic missions to the rank of ambassadors, and in the coming days we will be making the corresponding announcements and contacts,” said the Venezuelan diplomat.

Gil also explained to his Italian counterpart “the recent attacks against Venezuela, which caused hundreds of civilian and military deaths, in open violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. I also expressed to him the deep appreciation that the Venezuelan people and the Italian immigrant community living in Venezuela have for the historical and cultural ties that unite us,” he explained.

Mazo News Team