Sign of hope in US-Venezuela ties

After several years of rising diplomatic tension, Venezuela and the United States say they have made a positive start to improving relations.

The announcement came from the US ambassador in Caracas and Venezuela's foreign minister after a special meeting lasting several hours.

Relations have worsened since claims of US involvement in a coup attempt against President Hugo Chavez in 2002.

The White House has often accused Mr Chavez of harming regional stability.

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