Trump Administration Advances Venezuela Oil Talks and Drug Pricing Deals
The Trump administration is pursuing expanded oil cooperation with Venezuela while simultaneously finalizing pharmaceutical pricing agreements with nearly a dozen major drug manufacturers. These parallel economic initiatives aim to address domestic fuel costs and healthcare expenses.
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