Category: its management was considered to be technically sound and professional in performing their functions. It is evident from the <em
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a marked pattern has emerged whereby objectives of the government and the PDVSA have started coinciding.
PDVSA management was once characterized with displaying professionalism and efficient strategies but currently it serves as a facilitator to realize the governments objectives. Prior to the 2002-2003 strike in PDVSA
the government has the ability to significantly control the companys actions. It is also evident now that the PDVSA has several members in the management that are in favor of President Chavez. Therefore