US expands Venezuela sanctions waivers in move to boost fertilizer exports and electricity investment - Reuters
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Trump administration expanded Venezuela sanctions waivers to boost fertilizer exports and electricity investment.
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This could help stabilize fertilizer prices for American farmers and consumers by increasing supply chains.
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The Trump administration expanded sanctions waivers for Venezuela to allow increased fertilizer exports and electricity sector investments. The move builds on existing General License 44, which had previously permitted limited commercial activities with the South American nation. The expanded waivers aim to boost U.S. agricultural supply chains while maintaining economic pressure on the Maduro government. The policy change reflects the administration's strategy of using targeted sanctions relief to advance specific U.S. economic interests while keeping broader restrictions in place.
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The administration expanded existing General License 44 to allow more commercial activities with Venezuela.
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