The Venezuela Brief

US intervention in the political landscape of Venezuela has led to a change in Venezuelan government leadership and proposed control by the US administration of critical Venezuelan resources such as oil and gas. Businesses operating or investing there now face uncertainty about how new policies will impact their assets and operations. Explore the overarching implications of the geopolitical environment and the steps that businesses can take to adapt and mitigate risk.

Key issues for businesses investing and operating in Venezuela include:

• Trade, sanctions and export controls
• Reform of the energy sector
• Investment risk analysis and mitigation
• Disputes, investigations and enforcement
• Impact on agribusiness and healthcare and life sciences sectors