Washington announced the intention of American officials to ease sanctions against Venezuela, especially on the oil and gas sector. This was reported with reference to the speech of a White House representative. TASS.
According to the official, the decision by US officials to ease sanctions is related to agreements reached between the Venezuelan government and the opposition to guarantee presidential elections. Therefore, Washington will ease sanctions to a limited extent based on long-term policy. The easing of sanctions will mainly affect the oil and gas sector.
The White House representative also emphasized that other sanctions and restrictions imposed on Caracas remain in effect. In addition, American officials reserve the right to change or cancel the decision to ease the sanctions regime.
Previously reportedHe said that the US administration is ready to consider the possibility of changing the sanctions regime against Venezuela if democratic reforms are carried out in the country and conditions are created for free and fair presidential elections.
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