Ecuadorian officials are alleging that the “Sucre,” a regional payment system established in 2010 by Hugo Chávez, Fidel Castro, and Rafael Correa, was used to misappropriate approximately $2 billion. The Sucre system was intended to facilitate trade between participating Latin American nations, bypassing the US dollar. However, the system gradually fell into disuse. The accusations center on claims that funds within the Sucre system were improperly diverted. Details regarding the specific mechanisms of the alleged misappropriation have not yet been fully disclosed. The allegations represent a renewed focus on financial dealings during the era of Chavismo in Venezuela. Further investigation is expected to determine the validity of these claims and the extent of any financial wrongdoing.