US Weighs Venezuela Gold, Critical Minerals Deal After Oil Pact

Following a landmark oil agreement granting US majority control of Venezuela's proven reserves, the Trump Administration is exploring similar involvement in the country's gold and critical minerals sector. Initial meetings with US firms are underway to gauge interest, signaling a broader strategic push to secure supply chains. The scope and terms of any mining deal remain uncertain, but the move could reshape US-Venezuela economic ties and global critical mineral flows.