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The talks concern U.S. policy toward Venezuela and the prospects for political change there. The articles do not identify a specific U.S. economic or security consequence from the meeting.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Oliver Blanco discussed groundwork for elections described as free, fair and credible, according to reports. The U.S. is also urging Venezuela to release remaining political prisoners.
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The talks concern U.S. policy toward Venezuela and the prospects for political change there. The articles do not identify a specific U.S. economic or security consequence from the meeting.