Panama President Confirms First Contact with Maduro VP Delcy Rodríguez on Earthquake Response

Panama's President José Raúl Mulino publicly disclosed a conversation with Venezuela's Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, marking the first confirmed high-level contact between the two governments under his administration. Rodríguez offered earthquake response experience, signaling potential diplomatic thaw despite ongoing tensions. The disclosure is notable given Panama's previous recognition of opposition leader Juan Guaidó and strained relations with the Maduro regime.