U.S. and Venezuela sign new oil deal

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright met with acting President Delcy Rodríguez in Venezuela to sign a new oil agreement. Additionally, five energy companies, including Chevron, Eni, GE Vernova, Primavera, and Aspect Energy, signed deals to rapidly increase oil and gas drilling. Some new wells are expected to begin operations as early as this week. These initiatives align with the Trump administration's strategic efforts to boost energy production within the South American nation through expanded international partnerships.