Opposition Declines Maduro’s Election Deal
In Venezuela, a major rift forms as the opposition rejects a pact mandating candidates to accept the presidential election results.
June 21, 2024Section
Venezuela News in English
Venezuela news in English from The Rio Times — Caracas politics, economy, oil and migration.
Crisis at the Crossroads: The Battle for Citgo and Venezuela’s Economic Future
On the brink of an economic disaster Venezuela faces the imminent loss of Citgo a prized $13 billion asset. Coverage...
June 17, 2024
Maduro’s Media Gambit: Remodeling an Image for Votes
Amid rising tensions and looming elections, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is on a campaign to revamp his public image. Known...
June 15, 2024
Venezuela’s Energy Crisis: A Struggle Beyond Oil
(Analysis) In the 2010s, Venezuela aimed for decarbonization, cutting carbon emissions from 198 million tons in 2013 to 62 million...
June 14, 2024
Venezuela’s Tax Revenue Skyrockets Amid Economic Rebound
On Wednesday, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro reported a 93% tax revenue increase in the first five months of this year...
June 13, 2024
Venezuela’s Oil Resurgence: A Crucial Uptick Amid Economic Strains
In May 2024 Venezuela's oil production impressively surged to a new yearly high of 819 000 barrels per day. Coverage...
June 12, 2024
Edmundo González Urrutia Leads in Reliable Venezuelan Presidential Polls
Venezuela's pivotal presidential election on July 28 features newcomer Edmundo González Urrutia close to 50% in polls. Analysis from The...
June 10, 2024
Energizing Futures: Venezuela and Turkey’s Strategic Pact
In a ceremony in Aragua, President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela and Turkish delegates established a groundbreaking strategic partnership. They signed...
June 8, 2024
Venezuela Sees Record Low Inflation: A Glimmer of Stability?
In May 2024, Venezuela's inflation rate reached a historic low of 78% annually, the lowest since 2017. This decrease from...
June 5, 2024