Venezuela signs law opening up oil sector as US eases sanctions
Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 30, 2026 at 10:12 AM
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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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