The United Kingdom will improve diplomatic relations with Venezuela and appoint an ambassador

The Government of the United Kingdom stated in a communication to the English Parliament that the decision «forms part of a broader international approach».

The Government of the United Kingdom stated this Tuesday, September 15, 2026, that it will improve its diplomatic relations with Venezuela, and therefore will appoint an ambassador in the Caribbean country.

According to Reuters, English authorities specified in a statement addressed to that country’s Parliament that this measure seeks to strengthen its ability to play a role in supporting a transition to democracy.

«This decision forms part of a broader international approach,» it said, adding that the United Kingdom’s position is to recognize States.

Support for Venezuela
For his part, the head of the UK Embassy in Venezuela, Colin Dick, commented on his social media that the European nation «maintains its commitment to support Venezuela in the long term».

«As part of that commitment, today we announced that we will raise the level of our diplomatic relations with Venezuela,» he said, adding that this decision «will allow us to deepen our cooperation on matters of common interest, including: moving toward a democratic transition, contributing to economic recovery, and continuing to support reconstruction efforts following the devastating earthquakes that have affected so many families and communities».

Likewise, he pointed out that he hopes the United Kingdom and Venezuela «will work even more closely in the coming years».

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