Disputed Venezuelan Gold Worth $1.8b In Bank Of... Apr 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper confirmed that the gold will stay in storage until a government is officially recognized by the UK.

Former opposition leader Juan Guaidó (recognized by the UK as interim president until late 2022) successfully argued to keep the gold out of Maduro's control. Disputed Venezuelan Gold Worth $1.8B in Bank of...

Approximately 31 metric tons of gold bullion. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper confirmed that the gold

The UK Supreme Court ruled in 2021 that the judiciary must follow the government’s lead ("one voice" doctrine) and recognize Guaidó, effectively blocking Maduro's access. Disputed Venezuelan Gold Worth $1.8B in Bank of...

The dispute became a years-long legal "tug-of-war" in the London courts.