Minister of Foreign and Caricom Affairs Sean Sobers yesterday met with Venezuelan Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago Álvaro Sánchez Cordero, opening the door to diplomatic discussions over the tense situation between both countries.

“Both sides also discussed matters of mutual interest and concern, inclusive of recent events with Minister Sobers reiterating the Government of the Republic Trinidad and Tobago’s previous request for information from the Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela,” stated a release from the ministry.

It added, “Arising out of the discussions, it was agreed that in the spirit of constructive dialogue, open diplomatic channels would be maintained with a view to ensuring that the exchange of information is fair, transparent and consistent.”