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Venezuela and U.S. Seek Cooperation in Energy and Trade

2/3/2026

Summary

Story summary

Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez met with U.S. envoy Laura Dogu to pursue improved relations and a cooperation roadmap in energy and trade.
Foreign Minister Yvan Gil said Felix Plasencia will soon represent Venezuela in Washington.
The U.S. embassy outlined a three-phase plan for Venezuela: stabilization, economic recovery, and transition.
Rodriguez proposed an amnesty law for political prisoners as part of opposition demands.

History

Historical Context

Since 2015, U.S. sanctions against Venezuela, particularly targeting its oil industry, have strained relations and severely impacted its economy, which relies on oil for 95% of revenue. The sanctions were a response to human rights abuses and political repression under Nicolás Maduro. Recent talks between Delcy Rodríguez and U.S. envoy Laura Dogu suggest a potential shift towards cooperation, aiming for economic recovery amidst ongoing political turmoil.

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Story summary

Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez met with U.S. envoy Laura Dogu to pursue improved relations and a cooperation roadmap in energy and trade.
Foreign Minister Yvan Gil said Felix Plasencia will soon represent Venezuela in Washington.
The U.S. embassy outlined a three-phase plan for Venezuela: stabilization, economic recovery, and transition.
Rodriguez proposed an amnesty law for political prisoners as part of opposition demands.

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