Defensa del acuerdo petrolero
Delcy RodrÃguez defiende el acuerdo petrolero con Trump ante crÃticas internas
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Delcy RodrÃguez, Venezuela's interim president, is defending a new oil agreement with Donald Trump despite pushback from within the government. Diario de Ibiza reported that RodrÃguez said 'there is no use having our oil reserves underground' — signaling her support for extracting and selling the nation's vast petroleum deposits to ease Venezuela's economic crisis.
The deal marks a shift in Venezuela's approach to its oil sector amid years of economic collapse. Internal critics question whether the agreement favors Trump's interests over Venezuela's long-term energy independence.
RodrÃguez Backs Trump Oil Deal Amid Domestic Pressure
RodrÃguez publicly defended the oil pact at a time when some Venezuelan officials worry the terms may be unfavorable. She emphasized that keeping oil in the ground does nothing for a country facing fuel shortages and inflation. El Periódico de Aragón noted her stance signals the government's willingness to partner with Trump's administration on energy.
The interim president's comments reveal tension between economic desperation and nationalist concerns. Venezuela's oil reserves are among the world's largest but require massive investment to extract and refine.
Venezuela's Oil Crisis Drives International Negotiations
Venezuela's oil production has plummeted from 3 million barrels per day in 1997 to near zero due to lack of investment, corruption, and U.S. sanctions. The country now depends on fuel imports to meet basic needs. A Trump partnership could unlock capital and technology to restart production.
The agreement represents a bet that American cooperation offers faster relief than Venezuela's previous isolation strategy. RodrÃguez's public backing suggests the government prioritizes immediate economic relief over concerns about ceding control.
Internal Opposition Questions Long-Term Impact
Critics within Venezuela worry the Trump deal undervalues the nation's resources and ties the economy to U.S. policy shifts. El Correo Gallego reported that some officials fear Venezuela could lose leverage in future negotiations. They argue the country should wait for better terms with other buyers.
RodrÃguez's defense of the deal signals the government's calculus: immediate cash flow beats nationalist pride when citizens lack fuel and food. The outcome will test whether oil revenue can stabilize Venezuela's economy or whether the agreement merely postpones deeper reform.
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