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Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:55:00 -0400
Dozens Killed in Venezuela Landslides, Gov’t Declares Emergency
The Maduro government has sent rescue teams and pledged support for families, rural producers and business owners affected by the floods.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 00:11:00 -0400
Creative Tensions in the Communal Project: A Conversation with Hernán Vargas (Part I)
A candid exchange with the recently appointed Venezuelan Vice-minister of Communal Economy.

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.



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