Venezuela's oil reserve claims disputed; recoverable estimates fall short of Saudi Arabia

Venezuela claims the world's largest oil reserves, but six analysts estimate effectively recoverable volumes at 60-120 billion barrels, below the threshold to surpass Saudi Arabia. The discrepancy hinges on the definition of reserves and current extraction conditions, casting doubt on the country's competitive position. This matters for global oil supply dynamics and OPEC+ negotiations.

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