Delcy Rodríguez

Delcy Rodríguez is the acting President of Venezuela, assuming the role after the capture of former President Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. in January 2026. She is currently newsworthy due to her leadership in a period of significant political and economic transition for Venezuela. Recent developments under her leadership include the announcement of an amnesty bill potentially leading to the release of hundreds of political prisoners, the release of all known detained U.S. citizens, and the approval of a bill to open Venezuela's oil sector to foreign investment under pressure from the U.S. government. Additionally, the U.S. has ordered the reopening of Venezuelan airspace for commercial travel. Some observers are drawing parallels between her potential role in reforming Venezuela's economy and Deng Xiaoping's reforms in China. Her actions are seen as crucial in shaping Venezuela's future relations with the U.S. and its economic recovery.