The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela has decided to promote its diplomatic representation to the State of Palestine from a representative office to an embassy.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates also commended the decision describing it a translation of Venezuela's recognition of the State of Palestine in 2009, and a reflection of the deeply rooted historical relations between the two friendly countries. It added that the decision reflects Venezuela's unswerving support for the State of Palestine and the rights of the Palestinian people at all levels.
The Ministry expressed its heartfelt thanks to the leadership, people and President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela for their unlimited support for the Palestinian people and their just cause, and for this courageous decision that contributes to the embodiment of the State of Palestine on the ground with East Jerusalem as its capital, especially in light of the attempts to liquidate the Palestinian cause.