Panama–Venezuela relations explained

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

History

2010s

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

See main article: 2018 Panama–Venezuela diplomatic crisis. 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personnel from the country until a full review of the presidential election results is concluded.[4] Ambassadors were withdrawn.[5] [6]

Notes and References

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