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Rafael Salido

Venezuela says it will retain 'sovereignty' over its oil reserves despite US deal

Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez said on Saturday that the country would retain "sovereignty" over its oil resources despite a new agreement with the US that grants Washington significant access to the South American nation's reserves.

"One thing must be absolutely clear: Venezuela retains ownership and sovereignty over its resources," Rodríguez said in a speech broadcast on state television.

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