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Venezuela-Colombia Meeting Canceled Amid Economic Discussions

3/14/2026

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Venezuela and Colombia canceled a planned meeting between Delcy Rodríguez (acting Venezuelan President) and Gustavo Petro, the Colombian President, without explanation, and said they will reschedule.
Officials attributed the cancellation to "force majeure," with no further details.
Following a phone call between Gustavo Petro and U.S. President Donald Trump about border economics, Trump has supported Delcy Rodríguez's efforts to attract investment and stabilize Venezuela after Maduro's ouster.

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Venezuela and Colombia canceled a planned meeting between Delcy Rodríguez (acting Venezuelan President) and Gustavo Petro, the Colombian President, without explanation, and said they will reschedule.
Officials attributed the cancellation to "force majeure," with no further details.
Following a phone call between Gustavo Petro and U.S. President Donald Trump about border economics, Trump has supported Delcy Rodríguez's efforts to attract investment and stabilize Venezuela after Maduro's ouster.