Venezuela strengthens institutional and cooperation ties with the Sicilian Region

Published at: 06/11/2026 01:45 PM

The ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in Italy, María Elena Uzzo, made an institutional visit to Palermo, together with the Consul General in Naples, Javier Gómez, as part of the Extraordinary Consular Days, with the objective of strengthening cooperation relations with the Sicilian Region.

The agenda began at the Youth Policy Headquarters, where consular activities took place. There, the diplomats held a meeting with representatives of the Association of Venezuelans in Sicily (AVISI ODV), in which they addressed issues that favor the integration of compatriots in Sicilian society.

Subsequently, the ambassador and the consul were received at the headquarters of the Sicilian Region by Edmondo Tamayo, advisor for Productive Activities, with whom opportunities were explored to develop joint economic projects and promote reciprocal economic and commercial missions, especially in the agri-food sector, and a visit to Venezuela was planned in the first quarter of 2027.

At the municipal level, they were received by Fabrizio Ferrandelli, councilor of the Palermo Mayor's Office. During the meeting, the historic ties between Sicily and Venezuela were highlighted, as well as the contribution of the community with Italian roots to the development of both societies.

Cultural and sports cooperation initiatives were also addressed, including possible collaborations with children's and youth orchestras of the Orchestra System in emblematic spaces such as the Teatro Massimo.

The visit strengthened the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Venezuela and Sicilian institutions, laying the foundations for future joint initiatives in the economic, social, cultural and community spheres, for the benefit of the Venezuelan population living in southern Italy.

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