In order to meet the demand for its heavy oil, PDVSA buys 50% of U.S. refining and retail company Citgo. In 1990, he bought the remaining 50% stake in Citgo. The case describes the challenges faced by PDVSA and Citgo management as they try to make their relationship work effectively. "Hide
by Ashish Nanda, Leopoldo Lopez Mendoza, E. Source: Harvard Business School 17 pages. Publication Date: February 24, 1999. Prod. #: 899220-PDF-ENG