Venezuela: The United States lifts sanctions against the interim president and revives relations

The United States announced the lifting of sanctions against Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, marking a turning point in US policy towards Caracas.

This decision, formalized by the Treasury Department, comes less than three months after the arrest of former President Nicolas Maduro during an operation in the Venezuelan capital.

The lifting of sanctions opens the way to increased access to the country's assets abroad, particularly in the energy sector, and could facilitate a gradual resumption of economic exchanges with Washington.

For several weeks, the US administration has been forging closer ties with the interim government, increasing its diplomatic and economic initiatives. American officials have traveled to Caracas to discuss investments and the revitalization of the oil sector.

An agreement was also discussed regarding the marketing of Venezuelan oil, with the aim of revitalizing an economy severely weakened after years of crisis.

This development is part of a strategy aimed at supporting a political transition, while stabilizing the country's economic situation.

However, several figures from the old regime remain under sanctions, and uncertainties persist regarding the evolution of the ongoing political process.

The American decision marks a notable change, moving from a policy of maximum pressure to a more pragmatic approach based on dialogue and cooperation.

In a still fragile context, this partial lifting of sanctions could redefine Venezuela's internal balances and open a new phase in its international relations.

The future will now depend on the ability of the authorities to establish a stable political framework and to sustainably revive the national economy.