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Minister of Foreign Affairs of Venezuela
Flag of Venezuela.svg
Incumbent
Yván Gil
since 6 January 2023
Style Excelentísimo Señor
Member of Cabinet of Venezuela
Residence Yellow House (Venezuela)
Seat Plaza Bolívar, Caracas
Appointer President of Venezuela
Formation 1830
First holder Diego Bautista Urbaneja
Salary 2.916 Bolívares Soberanos
Website http://www.mre.gob.ve/

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Venezuela is a very important job! This person is in charge of how Venezuela talks and works with other countries around the world. They help build friendships, solve problems, and make sure Venezuela's voice is heard on the global stage.

This role became official in 1830. This was when Venezuela became an independent country after a larger country called Gran Colombia broke apart.

What Does a Foreign Minister Do?

The Minister of Foreign Affairs is like Venezuela's chief diplomat. They represent the country in many ways. They travel to other nations to meet with leaders and discuss important topics.

This minister also helps create treaties and agreements. These are like promises between countries. They work on things like trade, peace, and cultural exchange. Their main goal is to protect Venezuela's interests and build good relationships.

A Look at Venezuela's Foreign Ministers

Since 1830, many people have held the job of Foreign Minister in Venezuela. The very first person to be the minister was Diego Bautista Urbaneja. He was so good at it that he served multiple times!

Over the years, these ministers have worked with many different presidents. They have helped Venezuela navigate through different times in history. Each minister played a part in shaping how Venezuela interacts with the rest of the world.

Today's Minister

The person who holds this important job right now is Yván Gil. He became the Minister of Foreign Affairs on January 6, 2023. He continues the long tradition of representing Venezuela on the international stage.

Gallery

  • Juan Germán Roscio

    Juan Germán Roscio

  • Pedro Gual Escandon

    Pedro Gual

  • Santos Michelena 1

    Santos Michelena

  • Antonio Leocadio Guzmán- Martín Tovar y Tovar

    Antonio Leocadio Guzmán

  • Diego Bautista Urbaneja

    Diego Bautista Urbaneja

  • Martin Tovar y Tovar 21

    Wenceslao Urrutia

  • Antonio Herrera Toro 1897 000

    Fermín Toro

  • Carlos Soublette

    Carlos Soublette

  • Martin Tovar y Tovar 20

    Antonio Guzmán Blanco

  • Guillermo Tell Villegas

    Guillermo Tell Villegas

  • Presidente Rojas Paúl (1890) by Cristobal Rojas

    Juan Pablo Rojas Paúl

  • Raimundo Andueza Palacio

    Raimundo Andueza Palacio

  • Francisco González Guinán BNV

    Francisco González Guinán

  • Manuel Antonio Matos

    Manuel Antonio Matos

  • Manuel Díaz Rodríguez

    Manuel Díaz Rodríguez

  • Ignacio Andrade 1

    Ignacio Andrade

  • Itriago Chacín, Pedro

    Pedro Itriago Chacín

  • Esteban Gil Borges

    Esteban Gil Borges

  • Gonzalo Barrios 1968

    Gonzalo Barrios

  • Andrés Eloy Blanco, 1941

    Andrés Eloy Blanco

  • Luis Emilio Gómez Ruiz

    Luis Emilio Gómez Ruiz

  • President Germán Suárez Flamerich

    Germán Suárez Flamerich

  • Ignacio Iribarren Borges (1966)

    Ignacio Iribarren Borges

  • Aristides Calvani (1972)

    Aristides Calvani

  • Ramón Escovar Salom (1977)

    Ramón Escovar Salom

  • Simón Alberto Consalvi 1

    Simón Alberto Consalvi

  • Miguel Ángel Burelli Rivas 1950

    Miguel Ángel Burelli Rivas

  • Jose Vicente Rangel

    José Vicente Rangel

  • Rodríguez Araque (cropped)

    Alí Rodríguez Araque

  • Maduro en el Congreso peruano

    Nicolás Maduro

  • Elias Jaua, December 2011

    Elias Jaua Milano

  • Rafael Ramírez, presidente de PDVSA

    Rafael Ramírez

  • Canciller Jorge Arreaza (cropped)

    Jorge Arreaza

  • Yvan Gil Pinto ONU

    Yván Gil

See also

Sources

  • Rulers.org – Foreign ministers S–Z
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