Venezuela signs law opening up oil sector as US eases sanctions

In January 2026, Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed a law reforming the country's oil sector. The new legislation increases privatization within the nationalized industry.

Al JazeeraFiled 2026-01-30 · 09:12 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min

Venezuela signs law opening up oil sector as US eases sanctions

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In January 2026, Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed a law reforming the country's oil sector. The new legislation increases privatization within the nationalized industry. This action fulfills a key demand previously made by former U.S. President Donald Trump. The reform coincides with the easing of sanctions by the United States. The law aims to revitalize Venezuela's oil production by attracting foreign investment and expertise.

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US eases sanctions

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The reform fulfills a key demand from US President Donald Trump.

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The reform bill will increase privatisation in Venezuela's nationalised oil sector.

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Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed a law reforming the oil sector.

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NewsFeedVenezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez has signed into law a reform bill that will pave the way for increased privatisation in the country’s nationalised oil sector, fulfilling a key demand from US President Donald Trump.Published On 30 Jan 2026

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