Venezuela. Washington removed Maduro’s relative from the treasury’s list

On Friday, June 17, Washington removed a close friend of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from its list as part of the easing of sanctions against Venezuela, with the aim of facilitating the resumption of dialogue between Nicolas Maduro and the “opposition” led by Juan Guaydo. By Washington.

Former CEO of PDVSA Carlos Eric Malpica Flores, the nephew of Venezuela’s first lady, has been removed from the US Treasury Department’s list, according to a document posted on the ministry’s website. His name was mentioned by the American media in mid-May, when the United States announced a very limited easing of tough sanctions against Venezuela, a gesture that should encourage the resumption of dialogue between President Nicolas Maduro and the “opposition” led by Juan Guaydo and Juan Guaydo. With the support of Washington.

«Small but significant events»

On June 4, Nicolas Maduro welcomed “small but significant events“Taken for the United States”issue licensesoil companies so they can operate in Venezuela. The sanctions imposed in 2019, including the oil embargo, were aimed at removing Nicolas Maduro from power after the controversial 2018 elections, which led to his re-election.

US President Joe Biden spoke on the phone with Juan Guaydo on June 8 as part of the US Summit, where Washington did not invite Nicolas Maduro. Two days later, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said that the Venezuelan authorities and the opposition “Intention:resume political dialogue in Mexico և reiterate that Washington “really ready to support»Any effort for dialogue. Venezuela, which has been hit by US sanctions, is experiencing a severe economic crisis, with millions fleeing to escape misery.