The diplomatic institution headquarters hosted officials, family members, and friends of those who perished that afternoon in what is considered the “buggest natural disaster” in the country’s history, leaving thousands of families grieving, especially in the state of La Guaira.

Foreign Minister Felix Plasencia wrote on his Instagram channel, “We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and coworkers of our deceased colleagues; while we highlight their professionalism and indelible contributions to building a better Foreign Ministry.”

Plasencia also conveyed the deepest condolences of Acting President Delcy Rodriguez for this deep loss and “our desire and commitment to provide the full support of our institution and the Government to the affected families during this complex and painful time.”

Deputy Minister for International Communication, Rander Pena; Deputy Foreign Minister for Latin America, Mauricio Rodriguez; Deputy Deputy Minister for the Caribbean, Raul Li Causi; Deputy Minister for Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania, Andrea Corao; Deputy Minister for Africa, Yuri Pimentel; Deputy Minister for Europe and North America, Oliver Blanco; and Deputy Minister for Multilateral Issues, Alexander Yanez, participated in the tribute.

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