Venezuela stated that it maintains ownership and sovereignty over its oil reserves after reaching an agreement with the United States. The Venezuelan government emphasized that the pact in no way compromises the country's control over its natural resources.
The agreement was signed between Venezuela and the United States, representing a gesture of rapprochement between the two nations after a period of diplomatic tensions. The negotiations involved representatives from both governments.
Venezuela reiterated that the closing of PdVSA's oil well remains under state control and that any international cooperation does not affect its sovereignty over energy resources. The country emphasizes that the terms of the agreement respect Venezuelan legislation.
The pact occurs in a context of attempts to normalize relations between Caracas and Washington, which had significant disagreements in recent years. Venezuela sees in the agreement a demonstration that it can cooperate internationally without giving up its sovereignty.
