High-Stakes Showdown: Venezuela’s Presidential Candidates Ramp Up Campaigns
With Venezuela's presidential election on July 28 approaching, candidates Nicolás Maduro and Edmundo González have revealed their strategies. This election...
June 5, 2024Section
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Venezuela Shuts Out EU Observers Ahead of Critical Presidential Election
Venezuela withdrew its invitation to European Union election observers, casting doubt on July's presidential election results. The National Electoral Council...
May 29, 2024
Fuel Shortage Hits Venezuela as The Country Prepares For Elections
Venezuela faces severe gasoline shortages with Caracas unaffected but regions like Mérida and Zulia suffering. Coverage and analysis from The...
May 27, 2024
Venezuela Clamps Down on Crypto Mining to Stabilize Power Grid
Venezuela has officially banned bitcoin and other cryptocurrency mining to protect its strained power grid.
May 20, 2024
Venezuela Imposes 9% Tax on Businesses to Fund Pensions
Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro introduced a 9% tax on private companies to bolster the country's pension fund.
May 19, 2024
Venezuela Takes Flight: International Air Travel Skyrockets
Venezuela has witnessed a remarkable 222% increase in international flight arrivals this quarter compared to last year.
May 18, 2024
Nicolás Maduro Gears Up for July Election, Emphasizing a Desire for a Legitimate Win
As the July elections approach, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro confidently prepares to face his opponent, Edmundo González.
May 17, 2024
The Race for U.S. Sanctions Clearance: Oil Firms’ High Stakes in Venezuela
In the competitive global oil industry, firms in Venezuela urgently seek U.S. licenses to maintain operations beyond May 31.
May 16, 2024
Venezuela Pushes for Sanctions-Free Economic Zone
On May 14, Venezuela's UN ambassador, Samuel Moncada, announced a notable new initiative aimed at achieving transactional freedom.
May 15, 2024