Venezuela

Located in the very north of South America, Venezuela is a major energy power, with the largest proven reserves of crude oil and the fourth largest of natural gas. The country also has vast mineral and water resources, as well as significant agricultural potential. Despite this wealth, the country has been in deep political and economic crisis for several years. Access to basic resources (such as water and electricity) is very uncertain throughout the country. In addition, Venezuela has endemic violent crime and a structurally degraded security environment. This fragile social and security context requires specialised support for any project development in Venezuela.