【SMM Flash News】US Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela’s Gold and Mineral Sectors

Published: Mar 30, 2026 00:10

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The US Treasury (OFAC) has issued new licenses lifting major sanctions on Venezuela’s gold and mining industries, including state-owned miner Minerven. Following the 2026 political shift in Caracas, this move allows companies to resume investments, provide technical services, and sign contracts. The policy aims to secure global access to Venezuela's vast reserves of gold, bauxite, and rare minerals essential for high-tech supply chains.

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