Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, defended a controversial oil deal with the U.S. that would allow the U.S. to control 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil, claiming it would help the country become an energy powerhouse and develop its economy.

UK · 2026-08-30

1. Step 1 · The triggerVenezuela's oil deal with the U.S. grants control over 65 billion barrels of oil, potentially increasing supply.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onIncreased Venezuelan oil supply could lead to lower global oil prices as production ramps up.
3. Step 3 · Knock-onLower global oil prices reduce energy costs for SMEs in the UK, easing operational expenses.
4. Step 4 · Reaches youUK SMEs experience improved margins as energy costs decrease, enhancing profitability.

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Source: theguardian.com

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