In the latest exhibition of “news” related to Venezuela, Bloomberg took a page from the Reuters playbook and published a report on Libre Abordo, Grupo Schlager, Grupo JOMADI, and PDVSA. #plagiarism, @reuters style: https://t.co/iuXybw3GdP pic.twitter.com/cWyH5V8SvN… Plagiarism in Venezuela Reporting: How Bloomberg and Reuters Copy Investigative Work
UPDATED 05/15/2020 – The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury removed Nynas from its list of sanctioned entities yesterday. Nynas issued a statement claiming that PDVSA (the majority… PDVSA’s Controversial 35% Stake Divestment in Nynas: Legal Implications and Impact Post-Sanctions
Look at this: after selecting Juan Guaidó, the Trump administration imposed a series of sanctions on Venezuela/PDVSA. This sanctions regime instilled a sense of dread in numerous international energy players who ultimately withdrew from the… Trump Must Reevaluate Support for Guaidó Amidst Venezuela’s Sanctions Evasion Concerns
This site first learned about David Rivera when David Osío boasted that the United States Congress would supposedly grant him a gong for “distinguished contributions.” Rivera orchestrated the charade. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, herself married to a… David Rivera: The Controversial Lobbyist for Maduro’s PDVSA and His Allegations of Corruption
The recent history of U.S. government intervention in Venezuela is troubling. From Operation Condor and the Washington Consensus, we now see a shift to social media-driven coups. Today’s regime change strategies often involve backing the… US Intervention in Venezuela: Why We Need More Charlie Wilson and Less John Bolton
UPDATE 08/05/2020 – 09:55 GMT | The adventures of Alex Saab in the oil sector are not new. There was a time when he had to rely on “decent” intermediaries, like Jean Paul Rivas, in… Alex Saab’s Libre Abordo: The Controversial New Partner Rescuing PDVSA Amid US Sanctions
A recent proposal for restructuring PDVSA to return to its core business has been circulating. It involves the cessation of food imports, poultry feeding, and cardboard housing construction, alongside modifications to laws aimed at attracting… Uncovering the Shadowy Ties: APS SpA, PDVSA, and the Ramírez-Sanso Connection Explained
In the latest chapter of the Nynas saga, we learn that Nynässtiftelsen, the new foundation proposed by PDVSA to Hacienda for the reorganization process, is controlled by Bo Askvik, the CEO of Nynas. In summary,… Nynässtiftelsen: A New Foundation Amid OFAC Sanctions on Venezuela and Nynas’ Reorganization
In addition to the recent “sale” of Rosneft’s assets in Venezuela to the newly formed Roszarubezhneft, we have been working to dispel the veil of false news surrounding this movement. Since Petromonagas, Petroperija, Boquerón, Petromiranda,…
Illegal Transfer of $4.2 Billion in Venezuelan Assets by Rosneft: An Analysis of Recent Developments
Dear Department of Justice, In addition to your recent replacement indictment against Nicolás Maduro and his criminal associates, I would like to provide information that could lead to their arrests. The truth is that only… Open Letter to the DOJ: Exposing the Cartel de los Soles and Key Figures in Maduro’s Regime
Florida Senator Rick Scott positions himself as an ethical guardian against the hired legal representation of Venezuelan chavista thugs in the United States. His objections began with a public letter to Foley & Lardner, where… Rick Scott’s Hypocrisy: Outrage Over Maduro’s Lobbying Yet Silent on Giuliani’s Ties to Venezuelan Tyrants
Persistent rumors are circulating about a major indictment against Nicolás Maduro, Cilia Flores, Tareck el Aisami, and Diosdado Cabello. This move could represent the Trump administration’s strategy to intensify pressure on the Chavismo regime. According… Nicolás Maduro’s Fate: Will He Follow Noriega’s Path Amid U.S. Drug Accusations?
Perhaps the best example of how not to influence the judicial system of the United States is the backlash caused by Rudy Giuliani‘s clumsy attempts to free Alejandro Betancourt, who finances Juan Guaidó’s efforts to…
Michael Nadler vs. Rudy Giuliani: A Heated Showdown
While writing my book, I came across Dinosaur Merchant Bank again. It made quite a splash in 2017 when it facilitated a transaction involving Goldman Sachs purchasing $2.8 billion in bonds from Venezuela 2022 at…
Who is Dinosaur Merchant Bank? | Overview and Insights
While Rudy Giuliani rushed to Bill Barr to rescue Alejandro Betancourt from trouble, and Juan Guaidó‘s closest relatives offered help, Nicolás Maduro realized the profound implications: Venezuela could shift from its dependence on oil to…
Venezuela’s New Economy: The Transformation of Drug Money into Power and Profit