Washington, January 10 – In a surprising diplomatic pivot, President Donald Trump announced potential upcoming meetings with representatives from Venezuela’s current government, hinting at a thaw in long-strained relations. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Trump indicated that talks could happen very soon, though no specific dates have been set.
‘I’ll probably be meeting with various representatives from Venezuela pretty soon,’ Trump stated, emphasizing a shift toward direct engagement. He highlighted that U.S. relations with Venezuela’s leadership have improved markedly, allowing for open channels of communication to prevent further escalation.
The President underscored America’s prudent approach, avoiding confrontation while applying necessary pressure through recent actions. ‘We’re working very closely with the people of Venezuela. Honestly, another attack could have destroyed the whole place, and we didn’t want that,’ he remarked, alluding to the delicate balance maintained to avert conflict.
Trump revealed plans to host multiple Venezuelan officials at the White House, potentially discussing critical issues like oil and the economy. He also mentioned an impending visit from Venezuela’s prominent opposition leader, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient, possibly as early as next Tuesday or Wednesday. ‘I’ll be speaking with her myself, and she might be involved in some aspect of it,’ he added.
This development comes amid U.S. efforts to foster stability rather than instability in Venezuela. Trump asserted that Washington’s calculated policies aim to curb chaos, with positive ripples across South America. ‘Everyone in South America will be happy. What we’ve done, some people call it a miracle. Venezuela is happy,’ he claimed, pledging continued focus on cooperation over clash.