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Machado Champions Venezuela's Oil Role, Eyes Democratic Future

3/26/2026

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María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan political leader, presented Venezuela as a key U.S. oil partner at CERAWeek in Houston.
She argued the arrest of Nicolás Maduro marks a new era for free markets.
Machado expressed optimism about upcoming elections and predicted strong support for democratic capitalism.
Following her speech, she received a standing ovation.

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María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan political leader, presented Venezuela as a key U.S. oil partner at CERAWeek in Houston.
She argued the arrest of Nicolás Maduro marks a new era for free markets.
Machado expressed optimism about upcoming elections and predicted strong support for democratic capitalism.
Following her speech, she received a standing ovation.