US President Trump and Venezuelan Interim President Rodríguez Meet
Meeting at the United Nations General Assembly, the two leaders held their first face-to-face talks following Maduro's removal from office.
United States President Donald Trump met with Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez during the United Nations General Assembly to discuss bilateral relations.
Historic Summit at the United Nations
US President Donald Trump met with Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez during the United Nations General Assembly. This encounter marked the first face-to-face meeting held since Nicolás Maduro was captured by US forces.
Location of the Meeting
The critical meeting took place a few miles away from the New York prison where Maduro is awaiting trial on drug trafficking and other charges.
Areas of Strategic Cooperation
Interim President Rodríguez stated that during the meeting they discussed advancing a cooperation agenda in strategic areas such as energy, mining, and security.
High-Level Participants
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles were also present at this important meeting.
Details of the Oil Agreement
The Rodríguez administration signed an agreement giving the US control of over 65 billion barrels of oil, representing more than a fifth of the country's reserves. The agreement grants a US-led company 100-year concessions over 17 oil fields in Venezuela.