Yesterday, I had the chance to participate as an expert in a conference on corruption in Venezuela at the OAS. It’s not every day that such topics are discussed in institutions like this. Despite my… Uncovering Venezuela’s Corruption: Insights from OAS Conference on Illicit Fund Origins and Their Global Impact
The U.S. Department of Justice revealed yesterday some charges related to a money laundering and bribery scheme involving several familiar suspects highlighted on this website: “Five former Venezuelan government officials charged in money laundering scheme… US Justice Department Charges Venezuelan Officials with Money Laundering and Bribery in Major Corruption Scheme
From now on, anything that Francisco Convit does, anywhere in the world, must be evaluated in light of the fact that the United States has filed criminal charges against him. Criminal. Charges. I make an… U.S. Justice Department Takes Action Against Derwick Associates: Francisco Convit and International Corruption Uncovered
“Without a stable market and fair price, oil investments become difficult,” said President Nicolás Maduro at Miraflores on November 4, 2016. During the televised transmission, the leader elaborated like a trophy on the amount… PDVSA’s Desperate Bid for Financing Exposes Troubling Alliances and Questions of Legitimacy
New information continues to emerge regarding Banca Privada D’Andorra (BPA), labeled a “primary money laundering concern” by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The latest report reveals how… Eudomario Carruyo’s $28 Million Bribery Scandal Linked to PDVSA and Rafael Ramírez’s Cousin: A Deep Dive into Corruption in Venezuela’s Oil Industry
Evidence has emerged that Derwick Associates paid bribes to Nervis Villalobos through Banca Privada D’Andorra. On January 14, 2010, the parties entered into a “Consulting and Advisory Services Agreement” between Derwick Associates Corp. and INGESPRE… Derwick Associates Allegedly Paid Bribes to Nervis Villalobos via Andorran Private Bank: Key Insights and Implications
Rafael Ramirez served as Venezuela’s oil minister from 2002 to 2014 and was the CEO of Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) from 2004 to 2014. During his time with PDVSA, the company’s turnover reached… Rafael Ramirez’s Corruption at PDVSA Exposed Amidst Global Scandal
Angel Villarino from El Confidencial has recently published the first accurate profile of the mega-corrupt Venezuelan Alejandro Betancourt. It has taken a long time for Spanish media to uncover what we’ve been shouting out loud… Corruption Unveiled: Alejandro Betancourt Secures Oil Concession Amidst Controversies in Venezuela
Angel Villarino, from El Confidencial, has just published a revealing piece about the mega-corrupt Venezuelan Alejandro Betancourt. Spanish media took a long time to uncover what we Venezuelans have been shouting for years: Derwick Associates… Alejandro Betancourt’s Corruption Unveiled as Maduro’s Regime Succumbs to Malpractice in Oil Concession Deal
Earlier this year, I was contacted by a chavista source with an intriguing story. I imagine the initiation of this exchange was prompted by my ongoing investigation into the corruption surrounding Derwick Associates, which I’ve… Luis Motta Dominguez Uncovers Corruption Scandal Involving Derwick Associates
The Venezuelan George David Kabchi has been announced today as the new president of Albacete Balompié, a historic team in Spanish football. Kabchi, substitute director of Banco Caroní, has been involved for years with Deportivo… Venezuelan Tycoon George David Kabchi Takes the Helm of Historic Spanish Football Club Albacete Balompié!
12-05-2017 07:00:00 a.m. | Emen.- Bolivariana de Puertos (Bolipuertos) has launched a Unique Billing Counter in Puerto Cabello, a unit that will streamline procedures and payment operations, as well as serve as a dedicated space… Bolipuertos Launches Controversial Unified Billing Counter Amid Promises of Improved Service in Puerto Cabello
Last week, we witnessed some of the most horrifying videos and images showcasing police brutality and military repression against unarmed civilians in Venezuela. The death toll has reached 38. While President Nicolás Maduro plays baseball… Zuma Seguros and Sinotrade Enable Military Repression While Venezuelans Suffer
Last week, Palomo Linares passed away in Spain. The renowned bullfighter and partner of Lilia Lopez (mother of Alejandro Betancourt, the head of Derwick Associates) played a crucial role in facilitating connections that led to… Francisco Convit Exposes Derwick Associates’ Ties to Money Laundering and Illegal Surveillance Activities
This post, intended for this site, originally appeared on my blog due to a crippling DDoS attack. Please check for updates on Rosneft at the end of this post. It’s been a busy week. While… Google’s Project Shield Exposes Underhanded DDoS Attacks Targeting Anti-Corruption Efforts in Venezuela