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Compliance landscape in Venezuela following Nicolás Maduro’s removal from power

Nicolas Maduro transported to a Federal courthouse in Manhattan on January 5, 2026 in New York City.
Nicolas Maduro is taken to a Federal courthouse in Manhattan on January 5, 2026, in New York City. Photo: XNY/Star Max/GC Images/Getty Images

Christian Contardo | Morgan Lewis, Eli Rymland-Kelly | Morgan Lewis

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Overview of the sanctions regime on Venezuela and key takeaways for businesses.

While the recent apprehension of Nicolás Maduro signals a potential shift in US-Venezuela relations, foundational sanctions on Venezuela remain intact. Companies should continue to prioritize compliance, as the US Treasury Department continues to maintain restrictions pending any formal amendment to the sanctions.

The removal from power of Maduro by

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