Luis Antonio Villegas Ramírez

Luis Antonio Villegas Ramírez is a Venezuelan military officer who was appointed by Nicolás Maduro as the Minister of Commerce in 2024. He has a background in intellectual property and customs, and his appointment is part of a broader strategy by Delcy Rodríguez to stabilize the government amidst significant political challenges. With the merging of the Ministries of Industry and Commerce, Villegas is tasked with navigating the economic complexities of Venezuela, which has been deeply affected by sanctions and internal strife.