Héctor Obregón says U.S. oil deal can be renewed “for as long as necessary”

The Daily Journal — Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) President Héctor Obregón said Monday that the oil agreement with the United States involves three parties and allows renewals for as long as necessary. However, the underlying contract sets an initial 25-year term. “The contract has a 25-year term, but legally, by mutual agreement, the parties can […]

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Chevron Warns Venezuela Must Cut Taxes and Royalties to Attract New Oil Capital

The Daily Journal. — Chevron Corporation CEO Mike Wirth warned that Venezuela needs to urgently reduce corporate taxes and oil production royalties if the country wants to attract fresh investment capital next year. During an interview with Bloomberg TV, Wirth explained that current fiscal conditions severely limit international operators’ profit margins and weaken Venezuela’s competitiveness […]

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