— If they (the US government) want to seriously discuss the issue of fighting the drug trade, we are ready. If they want Venezuelan oil, Venezuela is ready for American investment, as is the case with Chevron. When they want, where they want and how they want, Maduro said.
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What topics does Maduro want to discuss with the US government?
What does Maduro say about Venezuelan oil?
What actions is the US taking in the Caribbean region?
Has Maduro confirmed the interference of American forces in Venezuela?
He added that his country was also ready to talk about “broader economic cooperation agreements.”
Maduro spoke at a time of escalating crisis in relations with Washington and increasing pressure exerted by the US on his country.
Washington has deployed significant naval forces to the Caribbean and is attacking boats believed to be involved in drug smuggling into the United States.
In the above-mentioned interview, Maduro refused to confirm or deny when asked whether there had already been direct interference by American forces in Venezuelan territory.
