Explained: Venezuela's complex and contested debt puzzle
Published on: July 14, 2026, 8:38 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Venezuela faces a massive debt restructuring with creditors holding diverse claims. The nation's debt is estimated between $150 billion and $240 billion. External commercial Eurobond debt totals approximately $60 billion, with accrued interest. Bilateral lending accounts for about $25 billion, including significant amounts to Russia and China. Arbitration claims and court awards add over $20 billion to the total debt.
