Abstract
This research project aims at exploring the impact of economic sanctions on firm networks, focusing on the case of Venezuela following sanctions imposed by its primary trading partners in Mercosur. Utilizing comprehensive data on firm-to-firm networks within Mercosur member states, the study will look at how these sanctions might have altered trade patterns, business relationships, and economic outcomes at the firm level. Through network analysis and econometric modeling, the paper will shed light on the extent of disruption in trade linkages and the adaptive strategies employed by firms. It will also assess the broader economic implications of such sanctions on regional trade dynamics and firm performance.