The Government of Venezuela and opposition said they are ready to restart talks in Mexico.

The Government of Venezuela and opposition said they are ready to restart talks in Mexico to resolve the country’s political crisis.

Negotiations collapsed in October after an ally of President of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro was extradited to the United State US by Cape Verde but the opposition said discussions took place on restarting talks after a photo was released showing delegates of the two sides shaking hands.

It comes as the US agreed to ease some sanctions against Caracas yesterday.

US officials said the move, which was taken in close collaboration with opposition leaders, was designed to entice Maduro back to the negotiating table and would include easing sanctions against some Venezuelan officials.