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US energy chief says Venezuela could double oil output

Filed: Sep 02, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Summary: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said companies are close to signing a series of deals that would put Venezuela on pace to rapidly expand its crude oil output. He said the plan could enable Venezuela to double its oil production.
WHO: Chris Wright
WHAT: Said companies are nearing deals that would put Venezuela on pace to rapidly expand crude oil output and potentially double production
WHEN: Sep 01, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Wright made the remarks about the status of upcoming deals aimed at expanding Venezuela’s crude oil output.
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