Key facts
- Negotiations between Venezuela's dueling legislative assemblies have been delayed.
- The delay is due to the pending arrival of Dinorah Figuera, head of the 2015 assembly recognized by the US.
- Figuera is expected to arrive in Caracas from Madrid on Wednesday.
- Talks with the assembly led by Jorge Rodriguez could commence on Thursday.
- The agenda includes earthquake relief, election roadmaps, and political rights.
Negotiations between Venezuela's rival legislative assemblies, aimed at establishing a path toward democratic elections, have been postponed due to the delayed arrival of a key delegate. Dinorah Figuera, who leads the assembly elected in 2015 and recognized by the United States as legitimate, was expected to arrive in Caracas from Madrid on Wednesday. Sources within Figuera's assembly indicated that negotiations with the acting national assembly, headed by Jorge Rodriguez, could potentially begin as early as Thursday. These talks, which have already faced delays from August 1 and Wednesday, will be held at the La Carlota convention center. The agenda is set to cover earthquake relief efforts, a roadmap for future elections, and guarantees for political rights.