Venezuela’s vast oil reserves are once again at the center of global power struggles, as experts warn of a resurgence of ‘resource imperialism’ in 2026. 🌍⚡ Associate professor Guo Bowei and energy strategist Zhang Xuan argue that foreign actors are leveraging economic instability to gain control over the nation’s critical energy assets.
🔍 ‘This isn’t just about oil,’ says Guo. ‘It’s about who shapes the rules of global energy security.’ With Venezuela’s economy still recovering from years of sanctions, analysts say 2026 could be a turning point for Latin America’s geopolitical landscape.
⚖️ China’s role as a ‘cooperation-focused partner’ in Venezuela’s energy sector contrasts sharply with what the authors describe as ‘extractive practices’ by other nations. Recent infrastructure deals and tech-sharing initiatives aim to boost sustainable development—a model gaining traction across the Global South.
📈 For young professionals and investors, this clash highlights why energy politics will dominate markets this year. As Zhang notes: ‘The lines between diplomacy, business, and survival are blurring faster than ever.’
