Latin America
U.S. Lifts Sanctions Against Venezuela In a Bid to Ensure 2024 Elections
On Wednesday, Oct. 18, the Biden administration announced the softening of its sanction on oil, gas, and gold exports from Venezuela. The deal came one day after Venezuela’s incumbent leadership met with its opposition and agreed to hold democratic presidential elections in 2024.
Colombian and US Presidents Discuss Hemispheric Cooperation and Venezuelan Sanctions
President Biden met Colombian President Gustavo Petro to discuss regional cooperation on climate change, migrations, and energy policy.