El Universal
Bill Richardson, New Mexico governor and former nominate to the White House for the Democratic Party, will land in Venezuela next Friday to discuss with President Hugo Chávez the issue of the US hostages held by the rebel Colombian Revolutionary Armed Forces (FARC).
During a press conference held on Wednesday in Santa Fe, United States, Richardson said that the relatives of the three hostages asked for his mediation. The high ranking officer is coordinating his mission with the Department of State; nonetheless, he has insisted on saying that his visit is not on an official basis, Efe reported.
"Let us see if Chávez can be a middleman and help. Talking to the FARC is not easy," said Richardson.
During his stay in Caracas, the governor will meet also with US Ambassador Patrick Duddy.
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