Delcy Rodríguez took part in the 19th Russia–Venezuela Intergovernmental Commission, held virtually on November 28. Photo: Office of the Vice Presidency of Venezuela.
Guacamaya, November 28, 2025. Caracas and Moscow concluded the XIX Meeting of the High-Level Intergovernmental Commission (CIAN) with the signing of 42 agreements in areas such as health, air connectivity, science, and economic development, updating their cooperation framework for the coming years.
Venezuela and Russia announced this Friday the signing of 42 new agreements during the XIX edition of the High-Level Intergovernmental Commission (CIAN), a space that both nations have used to coordinate joint projects since 2019. The meeting, held virtually, allowed for a review of previous progress and the establishment of new lines of work linked to the 2030 Plan.
According to Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, the approved instruments will have immediate application and aim to guide cooperation towards specific medium-term goals. The Russian delegation described the results as “fruitful” and highlighted that the talks took place in an atmosphere of “friendship and mutual respect.”
One of the most relevant announcements corresponds to the signing of protocols for the development and joint production of vaccines against different types of cancer. The project involves the coordination of scientific institutions, laboratories, and regulatory entities from both countries, with the goal of boosting research and public health capabilities.
Another highlighted area is air transport. The governments agreed to increase the frequency of direct flights between Russia and Venezuela to facilitate tourist exchange and improve commercial connectivity.
A Long-Standing Relationship
Cooperation between Venezuela and Russia has evolved over the last two decades and covers sectors such as energy, defense, agriculture, education, and science. Since the formal creation of the CIAN in 2008, both countries have used this mechanism to provide technical continuity to bilateral projects, even during periods marked by economic difficulties and international sanctions.
For Caracas, the relationship with Moscow constitutes a way to diversify alliances and sustain programs in strategic areas. For Russia, Venezuela represents a stable partner in Latin America and a foothold for its diplomatic and economic projection in the region.
Since 2019, the CIAN has maintained a regular meeting schedule, allowing for the updating of commitments and the review of the implementation of previously agreed programs. The 42 new agreements reinforce this dynamic and expand the cooperation framework towards sectors linked to technological innovation, health, and services.
The update of the bilateral agenda between Caracas and Moscow comes at a time marked by rising geopolitical tensions. In the Caribbean, the United States has recently stepped up its military exercises and deployments near Venezuelan waters, a development that has raised concern in the region and revived debates over hemispheric security. Meanwhile, international negotiations aimed at exploring a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Ukraine are ongoing.
