Written question asked by Lord Dykes (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Triesman (Labour) on Monday, 22 May 2006.

Venezuela

Question: What steps they are planning to take to improve relations with President Chávez and Ministers in the Venezuelan Government.

Answer: We are committed to maintaining an active relationship with the Venezuelan Government. We have many shared interests, including energy, trade and the fight against illegal drugs. Our embassy in Caracas is active in promoting co-operation on these issues with the Venezuelan Government. We continue to look for appropriate ways of developing our bilateral relationship. We are also active within the EU in helping to develop and maintain constructive working relations with Venezuela.

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