Venezuela government, opposition wrap up round of post-Maduro talks

CARACAS: Venezuela's interim government and opposition representatives on Wednesday (Aug 12) wrapped up a first round of talks aimed at reconciling the nation following the US ouster of longtime leader Nicolas Maduro.A joint statement issued by the two sides highlighted agreement on two topics after several days of discussion: reforming the judiciary, and seeking access to frozen funds to aid in earthquake recovery efforts.Both sides committed to "initiate a process that contributes to the transformation of the justice system", including "Reforms to the Organic Law" of Venezuela's top court, the Supreme Tribunal of Justice (TSJ).The TSJ notably validated Maduro's 2024 reelection, despite serious allegations of fraud and no public release of the official results. The document did not mentio