Reforming Venezuela's Oil Industry: A Bold Proposal

Interim President Delcy Rodriguez has proposed reforming Venezuela's hydrocarbon law to attract U.S. investors by easing access to the oil industry. The reforms aim to integrate investments into unexplored fields and areas lacking infrastructure, promising potential growth in the nation's oil sector.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 16-01-2026 02:25 IST | Created: 16-01-2026 02:25 IST
Reforming Venezuela's Oil Industry: A Bold Proposal
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In a significant move, Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez announced a proposal on Thursday to reform the nation's hydrocarbon law. This initiative aims to ease American investor access to Venezuela's vast oil resources, a strategic decision at a time when the country's economy needs revitalization.

During her national address, Rodriguez emphasized that the proposed changes would facilitate the integration of investment flows into new oil fields. These are areas that have yet to see significant investment, presenting a fresh opportunity for growth and development within Venezuela's oil industry.

The reforms, she noted, are designed to attract infrastructure development in fields previously neglected, marking a potential turning point for Venezuela's economic collaboration with international investors.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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