Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has named Alex Saab as the new Minister of Industry and National Production. Maduro announced the appointment on Friday through his Telegram account. He expressed confidence in Saab’s managerial skills and commitment to the Venezuelan people. This appointment marks a significant shift in Saab’s career. In January, Maduro had appointed Saab […]
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