History of Italy–Venezuela relations in Timeline

Italy and Venezuela maintain friendly relations, largely shaped by significant Italian migration to Venezuela. Currently, over 140,000 Italian citizens reside in Venezuela, while more than a million Venezuelans claim full or partial Italian ancestry. This shared heritage forms a strong foundation for the diplomatic ties between the two nations.

1985: Agreement on Agrarian Cooperation

In 1985, Italy and Venezuela signed an Agreement on Agrarian Cooperation.

1987: Agreement on Scientific and Technical Cooperation

In 1987, Italy and Venezuela signed an Agreement on Scientific and Technical Cooperation.

1990: Agreement on the Promotion and Protection of Investments and on Double-Taxation and Tax Evasion

In 1990, Italy and Venezuela signed an Agreement on the Promotion and Protection of Investments and an Agreement on the avoidance of Double-Taxation and Tax Evasion.

2017: Venezuelan Government Protests Leopoldo López Recommendation

In 2017, the Venezuelan government protested against Italy's recommendation to release political prisoner Leopoldo López.

2017: Trade between Italy and Venezuela Totals US$338 Million

In 2017, trade between Italy and Venezuela totaled US$338 million, with Italy's main exports to Venezuela being food based products, and Venezuela's main exports to Italy including petrol, cement and coltan.

March 2018: Italian Vice-Minister Visits Venezuela

In March 2018, Italian Vice-Minister Luigi Maria Vignali visited Venezuela to assess the situation of approximately 140,000 Italian citizens living in Venezuela due to economic hardship.