Colombia Seeks US Sanctions Exemption for Venezuelan Energy Investments

• Colombia is requesting a US sanctions exemption to invest in Venezuelan electricity and natural gas projects.
• The exemption would allow for the potential reopening of a gas pipeline between the two South American nations.
• Colombia's state-run oil company Ecopetrol is consulting with US officials on regulatory requirements.
• President Gustavo Petro has been a vocal critic of US sanctions on Venezuela, blaming them for the economic crisis.
• The US has been easing sanctions on Venezuela's oil industry, allowing some US companies to trade Venezuelan oil.