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China and Venezuela to Establish ‘All-Weather Strategic Partnership’, Sign 31 Cooperation Agreements

Venezuelanalysis - Fri, 09/15/2023 - 21:03

Beijing and Caracas have opened a new era of bilateral relations by deepening economic ties and reaffirming their political and diplomatic alliance.

Billions in Frozen Venezuelan Assets Expected to Be Released Shortly

Venezuelanalysis - Tue, 09/12/2023 - 21:04

The funds, destined for education, healthcare and infrastructure investment, have not been released due to administrative barriers imposed by the United States.

Venezuelan Socialist Party Activist Calls for Scrap Metal Corruption Investigation

Venezuelanalysis - Mon, 09/11/2023 - 22:24

Workers’ organizations have repeatedly denounced the dismantling of factories to be sold as scrap.

President Maduro Makes ‘Historic’ Visit to China to Reinforce Alliance

Venezuelanalysis - Sat, 09/09/2023 - 22:42

Maduro thanked China for support against US sanctions and said his visit would promote “the construction of a new world geopolitics.”

Venezuela: Natural Gas Talks with Trinidad, Shell Progress Over Expected Credit Recognition

Venezuelanalysis - Fri, 09/08/2023 - 22:31

Caracas has fought for better terms in the joint project with its Caribbean neighbor in defiance of US dictates.

Venezuela: Maduro Approves New Campesino Fund, Sets Food Sovereignty Target

Venezuelanalysis - Tue, 09/05/2023 - 23:53

The Venezuelan government has recently taken to attending to a series of longstanding demands from countryside producers.

Tales of Resistance: 'More of This, Abigail?'

Venezuelanalysis - Sun, 09/03/2023 - 01:19

VA columnist Jessica Dos Santos argues that the Venezuelan opposition remains as treacherous and elitist as ever.

Venezuela To Receive Fuel in Revamped Swap Deals with Eni and Repsol

Venezuelanalysis - Fri, 09/01/2023 - 00:01

After a long negotiation, Caracas has reached more favorable terms in swap agreements with joint venture partners that got OFAC approval last year.

‘Clear As The Full Moon’: The Revolution Will Not Be Defeated

Venezuelanalysis - Wed, 08/30/2023 - 05:07

With presidential elections on the horizon, VA writer Andreína Chávez looks at the recent history and challenges facing the Bolivarian Process.

Venezuela's National Assembly Designates New Electoral Authorities

Venezuelanalysis - Wed, 08/30/2023 - 00:07

The designation of the board members of Venezuela’s electoral authority comes as the country prepares for presidential elections in 2024.

Six Countries Join BRICS, Venezuela Celebrates Multipolarity and Hopes for Future Membership

Venezuelanalysis - Thu, 08/24/2023 - 22:53

President Nicolás Maduro said the new world order was a reality and called for BRICS to advance the de-dollarization of the world economy.

How U.S. Sanctions Are a Tool of War: The Case of Venezuela

Venezuelanalysis - Wed, 08/23/2023 - 22:07

Analyst Celina della Croce looks at the impact of US sanctions on Venezuela's healthcare system, especially the Bolivarian social programs.

Venezuela: Opposition Begins Primary Race as Far Right Threatens ‘Military Rebellion’

Venezuelanalysis - Tue, 08/22/2023 - 23:35

President Maduro announced the mobilization of “Peace Squads” in order to prevent the outbreak of violence by the opposition.

Unusual and Extraordinary: Chavismo Seeks Business and Religious Allies

Venezuelanalysis - Sat, 08/19/2023 - 17:11

VA columnist Clodovaldo Hernández analyses the alliance between the government and historical Chavismo antagonists.

Venezuela: ExxonMobil Aims to Join CITGO Auction Over 77M Arbitration Award

Venezuelanalysis - Fri, 08/18/2023 - 09:38

The ongoing court-mandated share sale could lead to the breakup of Venezuela’s most important foreign asset.

Venezuela: Oil Production Recovery Continues as Merey Prices Rise

Venezuelanalysis - Wed, 08/16/2023 - 22:35

Caracas is aiming to reach the one million barrels per day benchmark this year while also expanding its customer portfolio.

Communist Party of Venezuela Decries ‘Usurpation’ by Supreme Court

Venezuelanalysis - Tue, 08/15/2023 - 21:42

The PCV has claimed that the judicial ruling is part of a scheme orchestrated by the leadership of the PSUV to take over the party’s credentials.

Venezuela Wins Court Battle to Access $1.5B in Portugal’s Novo Banco

Venezuelanalysis - Sun, 08/13/2023 - 00:34

Caracas has denounced that the country will not receive the released funds any time soon as US sanctions impede the transfer.

Venezuela, the Decolonial Alternative: A Conversation with Ramón Grosfoguel (Part II)

Venezuelanalysis - Fri, 08/11/2023 - 17:32

A distinguished author of the decolonial tradition talks about the crossroads Venezuela is facing.

Venezuela: Defunct Opposition Parliament Approves Debt Deadline Extension

Venezuelanalysis - Thu, 08/10/2023 - 22:10

The move, which had been previously proposed by the Maduro government, will deter litigation over defaulted bonds.