Venezuela Analysis
Fri, 28 May 2021 00:16:00 -0400Sanctions, Deadly Instruments of Economic Warfare: A Conversation with Alexander Main (Part II)
A director at the Center for Economic and Policy Research explains the impact of the US sanctions on Venezuela’s economy.
Thu, 27 May 2021 18:14:00 -0400Venezuela: Maduro Hails Special Economic Zone 'Opportunities'
PDVSA has reportedly signed confidential agreements with 20 companies to increase crude production in 106 fields as the government increasingly turns to the private sector.
Wed, 26 May 2021 16:43:00 -0400Venezuela Announces Renewed Vaccination Effort After Delivery of 1.3 Million Doses
The Maduro government aims to have the entire population vaccinated by the end of the year.
Wed, 26 May 2021 11:01:00 -0400US Trying to Extradite Venezuelan Diplomat for the ‘Crime’ of Importing Food: The Case of Alex Saab v. The Empire
Solidarity activist explains the case of Alex Saab and the dangerous legal precedents being set.
Mon, 24 May 2021 17:05:00 -0400Venezuela’s ‘Best Governor’ and 2002 ‘Hero’ García Carneiro Dies
The three-time La Guaira state governor and former defense minister passed away from a heart attack Saturday.
Mon, 24 May 2021 16:38:00 -0400Upcoming Legislation in Venezuela: Special Economic Zones
Venezuelan writer Luis Britto Garcia takes a critical look at the new legislation going through the National Assembly.
Sat, 22 May 2021 09:37:00 -0400Venezuelan Opposition Parties to Present Unified Ticket for Regional Elections
The country will choose mayors and governors in “mega-elections” on November 21.
Fri, 21 May 2021 00:47:00 -0400Sanctions, Making Venezuela Scream: A Conversation with Alexander Main (Part I)
A director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research explains the economic and political impact of the sanctions.
Thu, 20 May 2021 16:08:00 -0400FARC Leader Jesús Santrich Reportedly Killed Inside Venezuela
The death of the left-wing rebel commander and former peace negotiator was confirmed in a statement by the FARC Segunda Marquetalia.
Wed, 19 May 2021 18:20:00 -0400Venezuela: Lácteos Los Andes President Jailed on Corruption Charges
A worker from the dairy company denounced irregular practices during a live video conference with President Maduro, which prompted the investigation.
Wed, 19 May 2021 00:06:00 -0400The Violence and Economic Destruction Caused by US Economic Sanctions in Venezuela
Gregory Wilpert and Joe Sammut thoroughly examine the impact of the sanctions on Venezuela.
Tue, 18 May 2021 08:29:00 -0400Crisis & Critique: New CNE, New Political Scene?
VA columnist Ociel López looks at some of the ramifications and reactions surrounding the naming of the new electoral authority.
Mon, 17 May 2021 15:17:00 -0400Red Cross to Mediate Release of Captured Venezuelan Soldiers on Colombian Border
Caracas has confirmed that eight soldiers are being held by “irregular Colombian armed groups.”
Sun, 16 May 2021 08:35:00 -0400Tales of Resistance: Fear Is Natural but Not Inevitable
Following a spate of sexist violence complaints, Jessica Dos Santos recalls a story from her past.
Sat, 15 May 2021 08:03:00 -0400Venezuelan Oil Production Down as PDVSA Targets Major Investment
The state oil company is reportedly looking for “new business models” with bigger private sector involvement.
Fri, 14 May 2021 00:04:00 -0400Covid-19 and Vaccination in Venezuela: A Conversation with Elisabeth Daza and José Mireles (Part II)
Frontline health workers discuss Venezuela’s healthcare system and vaccination program.
Thu, 13 May 2021 16:32:00 -0400Venezuela to Receive Sputnik Light and Johnson & Johnson Single-Dose Vaccines
President Maduro said a mass Covid-19 vaccination campaign would take place between June and August to inoculate 70 percent of the population.
Wed, 12 May 2021 15:44:00 -0400Venezuela to Hold Regional Elections as Opposition Groups Signal Intent to Participate
President Nicolás Maduro said US-backed Juan Guaidó’s call for dialogue was a desperate attempt to avoid being marginalized.
Wed, 12 May 2021 00:09:00 -0400Venezuela: And Yet It Moves
Chris Gilbert argues that imperialist attacks and sanctions should be responded to with pro-socialist policies.
Mon, 10 May 2021 15:41:00 -0400Women Denounce Sexual Abuse by Prominent Venezuelan Musicians, Journalists and Actors
Victims and feminist organizations made their voices heard via social media.
Mon, 10 May 2021 15:26:00 -0400Venezuela: Accusations of Meddling in Colombia Protests ‘Shameful’
Colombian state violence and human rights abuses have stoked the protests in which nearly 50 have died.
Fri, 07 May 2021 00:12:00 -0400Venezuela’s Popular Democracy under Siege: A Conversation with Elías Jaua
Chavez’s former Vice President and long-time minister talks about the internal dynamics of the Bolivarian process.
Thu, 06 May 2021 18:23:00 -0400Venezuelan Parliament Appoints New Electoral Authorities with Two Opposition Members
The new CNE was the product of behind-the-scenes dialogue between the Maduro government and moderate opposition sectors.
Wed, 05 May 2021 21:18:00 -0400Venezuela Reiterates Its Commitment to Human Rights and Justice in ICC Report
Attorney General Saab stressed Venezuela’s willingness to work with the ICC but expressed frustration with the court’s “lack of transparency.”
Wed, 05 May 2021 07:27:00 -0400US Government Report Documents Responsibility for Venezuela’s Humanitarian Dilemma
Solidarity activist Roger Harris reflects on sanctions against Venezuela and how they are viewed by the US government itself.
Tue, 04 May 2021 15:00:00 -0400Chávez's Excesses
Venezuelan analyst Reinaldo Iturriza asks what responsibility Chávez’s radical policies hold in Venezuela’s trend of political disaffiliation.
Mon, 03 May 2021 16:04:00 -0400Venezuelan Trade Unions, Left Parties Blast ‘Pyrrhic’ May 1 Wage Increase
The new $2.50 monthly minimum salary represents a 1,650% interannual increase but falls short of matching yearly inflation rates of around 4,000%.
Sun, 02 May 2021 07:11:00 -0400Rural Producers Protest ‘Fraud’ at Sugar Mill
Local communes and the Communard Union have joined the demonstrations in Sucre State.
Sat, 01 May 2021 10:18:00 -0400There’s No Bonus in Venezuela's New Salary Schemes
VA’s Paul Dobson takes a look at an upsurge in wage-replacing bonuses as part of wider anti-worker reforms.
Fri, 30 Apr 2021 07:22:00 -0400Crisis & Critique: The Ibero-American Summit’s Impact on Venezuela
VA columnist Ociel López highlights the de facto recognition of the Maduro government by Washington-aligned countries in the recent international event.