Dominican Republic and Venezuela address natural resource management

In the Dominican Republic, President Luis Abinader Corona has announced measures to combat ecological crimes and protect natural resources. Through Decree 615-26, the government has established mechanisms for the conservation and preservation of ecosystems, introducing severe criminal penalties for those responsible for deforestation, forest fires, and the destruction of national parks.

In Venezuela, controversy surrounds oil agreements between the country and the United States. Critics argue that the concessions made to foreign companies regarding Venezuelan oil resources challenge national sovereignty and international law. These actions have faced challenges from political figures, including Iris Varela, who has questioned the validity of the agreements, claiming they were signed under coercion.