GEOPOLITICS AND ENERGY
‘Direct hit’: China dealt blow as US-backed firm takes over Venezuelan oilfields - South China Morning Post
A U.S.-backed company has secured control of Venezuelan oilfields, representing a significant shift in influence within the regional energy sector. The move challenges existing Chinese commercial interests in the country.
By Wire · South China Morning Post·London desk·Thursday 3 September 2026·4 min read
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