Manuel Quevedo

Manuel Quevedo is a Venezuelan military officer and politician known for his role as a former president of the state-owned oil company PDVSA and as a Minister of Oil. He played a significant role in the Venezuelan oil industry during a tumultuous period characterized by economic challenges and widespread protests. Quevedo has been criticized for his management of the oil sector, especially in the context of the country's declining oil production and the government's controversial economic policies. His actions have been pivotal in shaping the current landscape of Venezuela's economy, particularly regarding labor rights and the privatization of state-owned enterprises.