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Did someone pull a fast one on Delcy? Oil deal with the U.S. shields private partners without guaranteeing revenue for Venezuela

October 22, 2026October 22, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal – A recent investigation by U.S. news outlet ProPublica has revealed critical details about a new energy agreement in the region. The oil deal promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump with Venezuela protects the interests of private businesspeople. Still, it does not explicitly require the payment of $209 billion in taxes and […]

Former Venezuelan oil ministers reject U.S. agreement, raising legal and sovereignty concerns

September 1, 2026October 17, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal – The announcement of the oil agreement between Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, and U.S. President Donald Trump has triggered a wave of criticism from figures who have held some of the highest positions in Venezuela’s energy sector. Former oil ministers and former PDVSA presidents from across the ideological spectrum have questioned […]

PDVSA Reaches 100,000 Barrels of Gasoline Per Day: Key Supply Factors and Outlook for the Domestic Market

August 22, 2026August 22, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.- Gasoline production in Venezuela has reached a strategic milestone of at least 100,000 barrels per day, according to recent data from the hydrocarbons sector. This figure marks significant progress for PDVSA and helps stabilize the country’s energy supply. According to sources at the Ministry of Hydrocarbons, this production level “makes it possible […]