The Daily Journal.- Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía will resume operations for between 30% and 33% of international flights starting September 1. Transportation Minister Francisco Garcés confirmed that authorities will reopen the airport gradually while repair work continues on facilities damaged by the earthquakes that struck on June 24. Before the earthquakes damaged the […]
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The Daily Journal — Venezuelan airline Laser temporarily reorganized its operations after the disruption caused by the earthquakes. The experience led the company to identify an opportunity to develop a more flexible airport network with a stronger presence at regional airports across the country. Eliana Verkooke, Laser’s Commercial Director, told Bloomberg that, despite the emergency […]
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By Diviana Márquez — In the dim light of a makeshift produce stand in Catia La Mar, a woman clutches a wrinkled $20 bill as though it were a shield. Around her, the coastline of La Guaira still breathes the dust of buildings that gave way just five days ago under the historic 7.2 and […]
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The Daily Journal — Economist Asdrúbal Oliveros has brought a sobering reality to the forefront, one that forces the country to look beyond the physical destruction and the undeniable human tragedy. The recent earthquake has carved a deep crack into Venezuela’s already fragile financial structure. According to the analyst’s preliminary estimates, the material losses are […]
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The Daily Journal — The Brazilian Embassy in Caracas held a successful meeting with business associations and private-sector representatives to boost economic ties between the two countries. Venezuelan participants had the opportunity to exchange ideas with the Brazilian Multisector Business Mission and to identify new strategic investment and cooperation opportunities. The delegation received support from […]
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