"We have defined nine main sectors in our country, including petrochemical forest, metal forming and surgery, which are attractive for foreign investment. These sectors go beyond traditional Russian-Venezuelan [cooperation] spheres, which are gas and oil," Faria said.
Faria noted that Venezuela planned to select the companies for cooperation in the future and specified that he already met with representatives from the Russian "Kamaz" truck manufacturing company.
A number of Russian companies are interested in investing in mining, oil and gas producing industries, Faria added, stressing that Venezuela possessed great investment potential within Latin America.
Faria also mentioned that he was set to meet with the leadership of the Russian Export Center, the state’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry and representatives of various Russian companies.
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