The United States was criticized by Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodríguez for taking an unfavorable position regarding the oil resources of Venezuela. She pointed out that the accusations about drug trafficking, democracy, and human rights don't matter. The real reason for the US pressure, she said, is the hope of getting the energy reserves of Venezuela.
Statements Made in Parliament
- Rodríguez's comments were directed at parliament members during her meeting. The US, she said, is trying to take over the natural resources of Venezuela. The US claims raised by her were mere pretenses to excuse the US actions.
- Her words were in the context of US President Donald Trump's proclamation that the US would be in charge of Venezuela's energy resources for some time. Rodríguez asserted that Venezuela has a clear understanding of the intention behind it and is not afraid to speak about it.
Call for Cooperation and Internal Unity
- Rodríguez said that Venezuela is ready for such energy relations which are based on mutual benefit and cooperation. She went on to say that such relations should be marked by both sides' taking interests into consideration. Besides, she urged the political parties in Venezuela to unite, work together, and thus be able to hurdle the unintended internal rifts in the land.
- She firmly put it that the government will not let extremist or fascist ideologies prevail in the country.
Background on US Statements
Previously, Trump had mentioned that Venezuela would supply around 30 to 50 million barrels of oil to the US. The president stated that the country would be exporting oil to the US in order to use the proceeds to buy American products. In Trump's view, this deal would be good for the people of both nations.
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