The United States applauded this Thursday the opening of a dialogue between the Chavista Government of Venezuela and a group of former opposition deputies as a crucial step in the process of "political reconciliation" and the "recovery" of the country after the devastation caused by the recent earthquakes.

State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said the U.S. “welcomes the announcement by the 2015 Venezuelan National Assembly, led by Dinorah Figuera, and the Venezuelan Interim Government of a joint agenda beginning August 1 to promote the nation's stability, democracy, and national recovery.”

Washington supports the road map for reconciliation

"This announcement represents an important step in the political reconciliation process and gives continuity to the meeting held on June 18 between the representatives. We celebrate the commitment to strengthen democratic institutions, improve the electoral system and restore guarantees for political participation," said Pigott.

In a statement, the official added that the “devastating earthquakes” that left thousands dead and injured in the South American nation “have highlighted the urgency of having unity, responsible leadership and institutions capable of serving the Venezuelan people.”

“The United States will continue to support Venezuelan-led efforts that generate tangible progress toward a peaceful and democratic electoral transition, while working alongside the Venezuelan people in the recovery and reconstruction of their country,” he warned.

This Tuesday, the Venezuelan Parliament, controlled by Chavismo, and a group of opponents that was part of the 2015 Legislature, reported that they will begin a joint roadmap on August 1 to promote democracy in the country.

The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, then shared the statement from the opponents in

Since then, Washington and Caracas have resumed and strengthened their political and commercial ties, especially after an agreement by which the Americans manage sales of Venezuelan crude oil.