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Maduro Says 'Ready' to Talk to US on Drugs, Oil

Published January 2, 2026, 06:24
Maduro Says 'Ready' to Talk to US on Drugs, Oil

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has said he is “ready” for talks with the US regarding drug trafficking, oil, and economic agreements, amid rising tensions and the deployment of US warships in the Caribbean. Maduro stated that Venezuela is willing to discuss an agreement to combat drug trafficking and accept American investment in the oil sector, such as that of Chevron. However, he avoided commenting on Donald Trump's report of a raid on a port facility in Venezuela, saying he could speak about it in a few days. This move comes at a time of increased pressure from Washington on Caracas.