Venezuela signs deal with US energy giant to rebuild power grid
Venezuela's interim president has signed an agreement with US energy giant General Electric (GE) to rebuild the country's electricity grid. The deal, announced at the presidential palace, signifies increased cooperation between US firms and Venezuela's interim government. This move is seen as a step towards opening Venezuela's economy to US investors, despite concerns that key institutions remain under the control of the interim leader's party. Venezuela's power system, nationalized in 2007, is in urgent need of repair due to frequent and prolonged power outages affecting major cities. GE Vernova, the US company's local branch, will be involved in restoring this essential service.