Panama–Venezuela relations

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Diplomatic relations between Panama and Venezuela have intensified in the 21st century.

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History

2010s

In 2014, the relationship between Nicolás Maduro and Ricardo Martinelli broke down. [1]

In 2018, a diplomatic crisis erupted between the countries. [2] Diplomatic ties were cut. [3]

2020s

In 2024, Panama suspended their diplomatic relations with Venezuela and withdrew its diplomatic personnel from the country until a full review of the presidential election results is concluded. [4] Ambassadors were withdrawn. [5] [6]

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References

  1. "5 claves sobre la ruptura de relaciones entre Venezuela y Panamá". BBC News Mundo (in Spanish). 2014-03-08. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  2. "Aumenta la crisis diplomática entre Venezuela y Panamá". France 24. 2018-04-11. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  3. "Venezuela and Panama suspend commercial, diplomatic ties – DW – 04/06/2018". dw.com. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  4. "Panama suspends diplomatic relations with Venezuela pending election review". Reuters. July 29, 2024.
  5. Por JUAN ZAMORANO y ALMUDENA CALATRAVA (2024-07-29). "Panamá retira su personal diplomático de Venezuela y otros países de América cuestionan los comicios". Los Angeles Times en Español (in Spanish). Associated Press. Retrieved 2024-07-30.
  6. "Mulino anuncia el retiro del personal diplomático en Venezuela; relaciones diplomáticas en 'suspenso'". www.laestrella.com.pa (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-07-30.