Venezuela’s economic push: President (E) Delcy Rodríguez met the Economic Cabinet in Caracas to advance the “Renacer 2026” roadmap, aiming to expand productive capacity and push for an end to unilateral coercive measures. Entrepreneur spotlight: Rodríguez also visited Ania Bakery Gluten Free in Caracas, highlighting local sourcing (90% domestic inputs) and new financing that helped the business grow. Power sector upgrades: Venezuela signed a deal with General Electric Vernova to modernize and restore the national grid, with officials saying it targets major generation gains. Industry and engineering for transport: Transport Minister Jacqueline Faria met Caracas-based Vepica to strengthen strategic transport projects using its engineering proposals. Agro-industrial trade promotion: Marca País led meetings in Portugal with Venezuela’s agro-industrial stakeholders to boost product quality and competitiveness abroad. Food and farming development: Venezuela’s Communal Plan targets 22,500 hectares of corn, while officials said the Great National Pilgrimage helped connect authorities with poultry producers’ needs. Science and skills: Mérida received 120 electronic teaching kits to strengthen electronics, robotics, and engineering training in high schools. Local manufacturing culture: Mérida inaugurated the First National Meeting of Toy and Toy Manufacturers, bringing together artisans from across Venezuela. Regional context: Trump floated a possible Cuba operation “similar” to Venezuela, while Venezuela opened US-backed talks with an exiled opposition figure under legislative dialogue talks.