Mexican government spokesman Rubén Aguilar replied to the remarks made by Venezuelan Vice-President José Vicente Rangel, who suggested Mexico "to take a seat and wait" for the apologies from the Venezuelan government, Mexican El Universal daily reported.

"We are very patient and can wait for the appropriate apology," he stated.

However, the official explained that the Mexican government is not weighing breaking off relations, but, on the contrary, restoring full understanding with the Venezuelan government.

"We have all the time in the world. We can wait for apologies and will always act cautiously to overcome the diplomatic conflict," Aguilar commented.

"Beyond blustering and high-flown words, the gap can be bridged in a prudent, serious and responsible manner, as such disagreement is not appropriate for either nation."

The official stressed that the Foreign Ministers of both countries keep in touch.