Venezuela asserts sovereignty following US oil deal

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Interim President Delcy Rodriguez announced a 25-year deal granting the United States rights to 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil across 17 strategic oilfields and eight greenfield blocks. This agreement followed the January abduction of former President Nicolas Maduro by US special forces and subsequent pressure from Washington. Under the terms, Venezuela is expected to receive $19 per barrel, a financial arrangement potentially worth $209 billion annually, while retaining ownership of its resources as US firms, including Chevron, prepare to assist in infrastructure recovery.

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The influx of capital and foreign operational expertise is intended to facilitate the recovery of Venezuela's energy industry following the impact of sanctions. Venezuelan officials are scheduled to finalize these agreements with several companies, including Chevron, in the coming week.

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