Not all criminal gangs are alike, and understanding the differences in their origins, histories, and interests helps to grasp the complex dynamics of sovereignty that they exercise in the jungle confines of Venezuelan territory. The… The Underworld of Crime Cartels South of the Orinoco: Profiles, Powers, and Impact on Venezuela’s Amazon
The case of Cuba, and how decades of failed U.S. foreign policies never achieved the goal of overthrowing that dictatorship, should be essential reading not only for all diplomats at the State Department “in front… How Capitalism Could Revitalize Venezuela: Lessons from Failed U.S. Policies
SEE UPDATE BELOW – 29/01/2022, 15:45 GMT – Continuing the series on young Turks who have effectively become the new commercial arm of PDVSA, there is always an international component that locals could fill, but… Who is Ivan Zudenkov? Uncovering the Rising Influence in PDVSA’s Oil Trade
Calculating the situation here is indeed challenging: “The United States continues to recognize the authority of the democratically elected National Assembly of 2015 as the last remaining democratic institution and Juan Guaidó as the interim… US Recognition of Juan Guaidó: A License for Corruption in Venezuela?
Starbucks recently opened a store in Caracas, which became an instant success. Social media buzzed with the news, signaling a potential recovery for Venezuela. Reports indicate that Caracas looks different now, with bodegones (delis) popping…
Venezuela: A New Business Landscape Amid Controversy and Economic Revival
On December 10, this site revealed the visit of Roger Carsten to Caracas: @StateSPEHA from @StateDept flew to Caracas aboard the “ebola plane” #N173PA to negotiate the release of some political prisoners from @NicolasMaduro. This… Maduro Leverages Roger Carsten’s Visit to Criticize Jimmy Story and the CIA: Analyzing the Diplomatic Fallout
When it comes to undeniable foreign policy blunders, it hardly matters who occupies the White House: Venezuela remains an endless source of embarrassment. From the Bush administration’s policy of pretending that Hugo Chávez doesn’t exist,… Venezuela’s Political Crisis: A Complex Challenge for U.S. Foreign Policy and Corruption Concerns
In early February 2009, an email arrived in the inbox of Félix Plasencia, the current Minister of Foreign Affairs of Venezuela: Dear Félix,Is this good enough? I also held several ceremonial diplomatic positions for the…
Basil Shiblaq’s Gold Business in Venezuela: Decades of Growth and Development
Justice is not about equity. It is not a system where victims can exact revenge on their tormentors, nor is it a place where serious crimes are punished adequately. There are many instances in which…
U.S. Justice System’s Dilemma: The Case of Venezuela and High-Profile Corruption
How it started: “Meet Alex Saab, Colombian Bolichico,” October 24, 2013. English version here. Current status: “Alex Saab Moran Mugshot | 10/16/21 Arrest in Florida” We take great pride in the fact that the criminal…
“From Rise to Fall: The Explosive Journey of Alex Saab, Venezuelan Corruption Figure”
The Wedding Recently, Jorge Romanov, son of Grand Duchess Maria Vladimirovna of Russia and Prince Francisco Guillermo of Prussia, married Italian writer and lobbyist Rebecca Bettarini at St. Isaac’s Cathedral in St. Petersburg. Before this… The Luxurious Life of Margarita Vargas: Inside the Gala Wedding of Jorge Romanov and the Controversy Surrounding Her Banking Tycoon Father
Some individuals excel at handling multiple fronts simultaneously. José Simón Elarba is one of them. While he stands out in various roles that he readily promotes – lawyer, successful businessman, friend of powerful figures… José Simón Elarba: The Power Broker Behind China’s Telecom Ties in Venezuela
Nasar Ramadan Dagga Mujamad is a Venezuelan businessman, born in Carabobo state on July 9, 1976. He serves as the CEO of CLX Samsung, Gad Technology, XIO, and Aiwa Venezuela; representing Samsung, LG Corporation, Xiaomi… Venezuelan Businessman Nasar Dagga: The Secrets Behind Daka and the Controversial Appliance Industry
Nasar Ramadan Dagga Mujamad is a Venezuelan entrepreneur, born in Carabobo state on July 9, 1976. He serves as the executive director of CLX Samsung, Gad Technology, XIO, and Aiwa Venezuela, representing brands such as… Nasar Dagga Mujamad: The Controversial Business Tycoon Behind Venezuela’s Appliance Empire and Currency Manipulation
In this story, dates are crucial. They explain the steps taken by former Corporate Manager of Loss Prevention and Control at the state-owned Pdvsa, Rafael Ernesto Reiter Muñoz, when his bureaucratic patron and former president… Chavismo Superagent Rafael Reiter’s Secret Retirement Plan in the Pacific Unveiled in Pandora Papers