The United States on named Laura Dogu as ambassador to Venezuela, marking a new phase in Washington's effort to re-establish diplomatic engagement after years of strained relations.
The appointment was confirmed by the U.S. Embassy's Venezuela Affairs Unit, which said Dogu brings decades of experience in Latin America and national security policy. The announcement comes as U.S. diplomats have begun preparations to reopen the U.S. embassy in Caracas, which has been closed since 2019.
