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Brazilian Billionaire Eyes Venezuelan Energy Investments Amid Diplomacy

1/14/2026

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Joesley Batista, a Brazilian billionaire, met with Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez on January 14, 2026, after discussions with U.S. officials in Washington.
Fluxus, Batista's energy firm, is exploring investment opportunities in Venezuela.
Batista reassured U.S. officials that Rodriguez is prepared to open the oil and gas industry amid ongoing diplomacy on energy investments.
Batista previously met with former President Nicolas Maduro, who was recently detained on drug trafficking charges.

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Joesley Batista, a Brazilian billionaire, met with Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez on January 14, 2026, after discussions with U.S. officials in Washington.
Fluxus, Batista's energy firm, is exploring investment opportunities in Venezuela.
Batista reassured U.S. officials that Rodriguez is prepared to open the oil and gas industry amid ongoing diplomacy on energy investments.
Batista previously met with former President Nicolas Maduro, who was recently detained on drug trafficking charges.