How Does Oil Export from Venezuela Affect the Global Economy? UN's Response

Ирина Орлонская Economy
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At a briefing conducted by Shantanu Mukerji, the director of the Economic Analysis and Policy Division of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, it was revealed that the share of Venezuelan oil in international markets remains insignificant. In response to a journalist's question about the current state of affairs, he noted that the economic situation in the country has been extremely unstable for a long time.
Mukerji reported that over the last decade, Venezuela's gross domestic product has shrunk by approximately 70%. This has been accompanied by hyperinflation, worsening living conditions, and mass migration of the population outside the country.
“We do not expect significant changes in proportions. Moreover, this year international oil prices have remained relatively low, which has affected various sectors of the economy. However, as I mentioned, given the small share of Venezuelan oil in the global market, no serious changes are anticipated,” he added.
The UN also emphasized that while Venezuela has substantial oil reserves, its production level remains low, resulting in a moderate market reaction. According to the organization's experts, this indicates that any reductions or changes in Venezuelan oil supplies in the short term will not significantly impact global markets.
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