Venezuela Announces Long-Term U.S. Energy Agreement
Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez announced that an energy agreement with the United States will last for 25 years, aiming to increase crude oil production to over 1.5 million barrels per day (bpd). The deal is intended to revive Venezuela's struggling economy and boost government revenue by developing strategic oilfields while maintaining sovereignty over natural resources. U.S. President Donald Trump previously announced plans for the U.S. to take partial control of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, aiming to leverage American companies' expertise to revitalize the energy sector and lower fuel prices in the United States. Rodriguez emphasized that $19 from each barrel produced would go directly to Venezuela under this arrangement. Despite concerns over foreign involvement, pro-government groups protested against U.S. influence in Caracas. The agreement is expected to generate significant revenue for Venezuela based on a benchmark oil price of $65 per barrel.
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