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Trump Urges $100 Billion Investment to Revive Venezuela's Oil

1/10/2026

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Trump Revives Venezuela Oil

U.S. President Donald Trump met oil executives to discuss reviving Venezuela's oil sector after Maduro's ouster.
He proposed that U.S. companies invest at least $100 billion to rebuild Venezuela's oil infrastructure.
The plan aims to raise production and lower global oil prices.
Exxon Mobil and ConocoPhillips remain hesitant, while smaller firms show some interest.
The administration demands Venezuela sever ties with adversarial nations and prioritize U.S. partnerships in oil production.

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Trump Revives Venezuela Oil

U.S. President Donald Trump met oil executives to discuss reviving Venezuela's oil sector after Maduro's ouster.
He proposed that U.S. companies invest at least $100 billion to rebuild Venezuela's oil infrastructure.
The plan aims to raise production and lower global oil prices.
Exxon Mobil and ConocoPhillips remain hesitant, while smaller firms show some interest.
The administration demands Venezuela sever ties with adversarial nations and prioritize U.S. partnerships in oil production.

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