How much disaster aid will the US provide to Venezuela? | Inside Story

Already engulfed in a severe economic and political crisis, Venezuela has this week been hit by two devastating earthquakes. Authorities are focused on finding and rescuing survivors. Many countries have already mobilised teams and resources to help with this mission. But all eyes are on Washington. President Donald Trump has pledged to support relief efforts for Venezuela. But after US forces captured and arrested the former president in January, many are asking how far that support will go.

Presenter: James Bays

Guests Jan Egeland - Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council Chris Gilbert - Professor at the Bolivarian University of Venezuela Michael Shifter - Adjunct Professor of Latin American Studies at Georgetown University Paul Dobson - Political analyst and independent journalist

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