Venezuela’s National Assembly has approved the appointment of new ambassadors to both Belgium and Portugal, signaling a renewed diplomatic push. Ambassador Juan Carlos Fernándes, designated for Portugal, will prioritize re-establishing air links between Venezuela and Portugal. A key focus of his agenda will also be strengthening commercial ties and working to recover Venezuelan funds held at Novo Banco in Portugal. This action represents a new phase in relations between Venezuela and Portugal, aimed at improving economic and logistical connections. The move underscores Venezuela’s efforts to restore international relationships and address financial matters abroad. The appointments were initially reported by EL NACIONAL.