Caracas ends gas trade with Trinidad and Tobago after tanker seizure
Venezuela has ended all energy cooperation with Trinidad and Tobago after the seizure of an oil tanker carrying crude by the United States, accusing the archipelago of participating in the military operation in the Caribbean.
| Sector | Gaz, Gaz naturel |
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| Theme | Politique & Géopolitique, Sécurité énergétique |
The Venezuelan government has announced the immediate suspension of all contracts and negotiations related to natural gas supply with Trinidad and Tobago. This decision follows the seizure of a vessel transporting Venezuelan crude by the United States in Caribbean waters. Caracas has formally accused the Trinidadian government of collaborating with US authorities during the operation, described by Venezuelan officials as an “act of piracy”.
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