US-backed democracy talks start in Venezuela without Nobel laureate Machado

US-Backed Democracy Talks Commence in Venezuela

Democracy talks, backed by the United States, have begun in Venezuela between the government and opposition figures in Caracas. The talks, which started on Thursday, aim to guide the country towards a democratic transition.

The Venezuelan government is engaging with opposition figures, with the US playing a significant role in brokering the negotiations. The US had previously been involved in efforts to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power.

Notably, Nobel laureate Machado is not participating in the talks. The government delegation is leading the discussions, although the leader of the delegation has not been specified.

The talks mark a significant development in Venezuela’s political landscape, with the US continuing to exert influence over the country’s transition towards democracy.

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