Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said in a televised interview aired on Thursday that his country is ready to discuss counter-narcotics efforts, oil cooperation and economic agreements with the United States, amid growing tensions between the two sides and U.S. pressure, including the deployment of warships in the Caribbean.

Speaking to state broadcaster VTV, Maduro said Washington is aware of Venezuela’s position, adding: “If they want to discuss a serious agreement to combat drug trafficking, we are ready. And if they want oil from Venezuela, Venezuela is ready for U.S. investments, as is the case with Chevron, whenever, wherever and however they want.”