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Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:37:00 -0400
Biden Administration Mulls Expanded Chevron Venezuela License
A White House official claimed US policy would not change without unspecified “constructive steps” from the Maduro government.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 17:33:00 -0400
Venezuela Welcomes Renewed Colombian Peace Talks
Caracas celebrated the ELN guerrilla group and Bogotá’s efforts to reach a peace deal to end the almost 60-year-old conflict and achieve social justice.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:49:00 -0400
Tales of Resistance: Participation vs. Compulsion
VA columnist Jessica Dos Santos contrasts grassroots-led and top-down participatory processes in the context of the Bolivarian Revolution.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:29:00 -0400
Venezuela Releases Imprisoned US Citizens in ‘Humanitarian’ Swap
The exchange reveals that the Venezuelan and US governments have kept back-channel lines of communication open.

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400
Venezuela: New Setback in $8.5B ConocoPhillips Award Case
The South American nation is looking to have the 2019 ICSID ruling annulled. 

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 21:01:00 -0400
Venezuelan Women March to Demand Sexual and Reproductive Rights
Feminist groups took to the streets of Caracas to promote a grassroots-led law proposal that paves the way for legal abortion.

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 01:00:00 -0400
Politics of the Commons: The Ascending Path Toward Rebellion
VA columnist Reinaldo Iturriza examines discoursive SM trends in Venezuela with a Benjaminian turn.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 15:41:00 -0400
Venezuelans and Colombians Celebrate the ‘Historical’ Reopening of Border
Following seven years of closure, the border between Venezuela and Colombia was reopened with a festive ceremony.

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 00:07:00 -0400
The Struggle to Decriminalize Abortion: A Conversation with Laura Cano
An abortion rights activist discusses the existing legislation in Venezuela and the path toward legalizing abortion.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 11:13:00 -0400
[UPDATED] Venezuela: Human Rights Collective Criticizes ‘Unreliable’ UN Report
According to SURES, the high-profile accusations of human rights violations lack objectivity and impartiality.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:49:00 -0400
Monómeros Begins ‘New Chapter’ as Agrochemical Company Returns to Venezuelan Gov’t Control
Vice-President Tareck El Aissami announced that Venezuela was seeking the arrest of 23 individuals over their alleged involvement in corruption at Monómeros.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:06:00 -0400
UN Expert: US Sanctions Undermine Venezuelan People's Right to Health
Venezuela is currently unable to repair electron microscopes, crucial to diagnose diseases, due to US sanctions.

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:01:00 -0400
Structural Adjustments, Then and Now: A Conversation with Miguel Ángel Contreras
An expert on neoliberalism and post-neoliberalism discusses the role of these ideologies in Venezuela and Latin America.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 17:33:00 -0400
Venezuela Struggles to Uplift Oil Output Amid Operational Disruptions
With US sanctions still crippling the oil industry, Venezuela is facing a production slide following several technical failures.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:58:00 -0400
Venezuelan Key Asset Monómeros Still Caught in Limbo as Colombia’s Petro Weighs Takeover
The move to sell a majority stake of Monómeros to Colombia could serve as a trial balloon for other enterprises targeted by US sanctions.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:01:00 -0400
Human Trafficking in Times of Crisis: A Conversation with Yelena Carpio
A young lawyer talks about a phenomenon that targets vulnerable populations, especially poor, racialized women.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 14:57:00 -0400
Tales of Resistance: Apps and Government Policies
Amidst a deadly US blockade, VA columnist Jessica Dos Santos finds a worrying intolerance for debate and criticism amidst Chavista ranks.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 16:56:00 -0400
Venezuela: Maduro Condemns Assassination Attempt on Argentina’s Cristina Fernández
The Venezuelan president said the attack has "shaken the entire continent" and called for justice.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 08:33:00 -0400
Chevron Lobbies for Expanded Venezuela Oil License
The multinational corporation needs permission from the US Treasury Department to ramp up its activities in Venezuela.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 21:26:00 -0400
Venezuela: Authorities Reveal Former Oil Minister Role in ‘Unprecedented Robbery Scheme’
Venezuelan Oil Minister Tareck El Aissami accused his predecessor Rafael Ramírez of bleeding the oil industry during his 12-year tenure.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:39:00 -0400
Venezuela’s Maduro Expresses Solidarity with Argentina’s Cristina Fernández Against 'Abominable’ Lawfare
“It is no coincidence that this new right-wing offensive against you is unleashed precisely when renewed projects of unity Our America have begun to take shape,” said Maduro.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 14:52:00 -0400
Venezuelan Central Bank Scrambles to Control Soaring Exchange Rate
The currency devaluation has an immediate impact on the Venezuelan people’s purchasing power.

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 16:04:00 -0400
Venezuela: Gov’t to Partner with Siemens to Recover Electric Grid
The German company will collaborate to boost the energy supply to Caracas and to the oil industry.

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:20:00 -0400
US Judge Upholds ConocoPhillips $8.5B Award, Venezuela Rejects ‘Unlawful’ Ruling
The Maduro government said the ruling violates international law and seeks to “consummate the delivery of Venezuelan assets to foreign powers.”

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:03:00 -0400
Lula Promises Venezuela ‘Respect’ as Presidential Campaign Begins in Brazil
The leftist presidential candidate called Juan Guaidó an “imposter”.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 08:47:00 -0400
Around the World in 60 Days: Fast-tracked Rapprochement Between Venezuela and Colombia
VA columnist Sergio Rodríguez breaks down the reestablishment of diplomatic relations between Venezuela and Colombia.

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 01:19:00 -0400
Venezuela Increases Petcoke Exports to India
The oil industry byproduct has emerged as a cheaper alternative to coal amid global energy struggles.

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 19:24:00 -0400
Venezuela: Gov’t Pays Vacation Bonuses, Workers Continue Mobilizing for Labor Rights
The Venezuelan government has opened a dialogue table with public sector trade unions to address demands.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:37:00 -0400
Venezuela and Colombia Appoint Ambassadors in Effort To Reestablish Diplomatic Relations
The Maduro government named a new board of directors of Monómeros after Petro made the decision to return the company.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 20:32:00 -0400
Venezuela: Oil Production Declines as Shipments to Europe Suspended
Iran began to ramp up lighter crude supplies to boost Venezuela’s refineries and free domestic oil for blending and export.



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