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Mining sector reforms advance amid controversy and regulatory shifts in Latin America

Latin American mining sectors face significant regulatory changes as Ecuador advances a mining law reform aimed at streamlining approvals and curbing illegal activities, Mexico implements restrictive mining and water laws affecting concession operations, and Argentina debates a modification to the Glaciers Law potentially easing mining near sensitive ecosystems. These legislative developments highlight increasing tensions between […]

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Economy, LatAm, Oil & Gas

Cuba Circumvents U.S. Sanctions with Covert Fuel Imports from Russia and Panama Amid Mexico Suspension

Cuba has recently resumed clandestine fuel imports from Russia and Panama, challenging U.S. sanctions aimed at isolating the island’s energy supply. With Venezuelan shipments halted and Mexico temporarily suspending deliveries under U.S. pressure, Cuba’s reliance on covert supply routes is likely to intensify, impacting regional dynamics and energy trade monitoring. In late February 2026, Cuba

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Infrastructure, LatAm, Markets

Guyana Advances Second Gas Pipeline Project to Support Economic Diversification and Energy Security

Guyana is progressing with a second gas pipeline project aimed at transporting natural gas from offshore deepwater petroleum fields to the eastern coastal region of Berbice. The initiative, expected to be completed shortly, signals the country’s strategic move to diversify its economy beyond oil revenues by leveraging domestic gas resources for power generation and industrial

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Economy, LatAm, Solar

Mexico, Brazil, Peru, and Argentina Forge Regional Solar Alliance to Accelerate Clean Energy Transition in Latin America

The leading solar energy associations of Mexico, Brazil, Peru, and Argentina have established a regional cooperation alliance to boost technical collaboration, research, and talent development aimed at accelerating solar energy expansion across Latin America. Supported by global entities like ISES and AEDES, this alliance is poised to harmonize regulatory knowledge, enhance cross-border R&D efforts, and

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Economy, Infrastructure, LatAm

Latin American electricity consumers demand secure supply and fair pricing amid rising risks and opportunities

Latin America’s large electricity consumers confront increasing risks from price volatility, service quality, and regulatory gaps while exploring opportunities in demand management and behind-the-meter generation. The region’s energy market dynamics in 2026 will hinge on regulatory reforms, infrastructure upgrades, and contracting strategies that enhance system security and competitiveness. A joint 2024-2025 report by associations representing

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Economy, LatAm, Oil & Gas

Coordinated Operations Dismantle Extensive Fuel Theft Networks in Mexico and Colombia, Securing Over 180 Million Liters of Stolen Hydrocarbons

Recent intensified enforcement actions across Mexico and Colombia have significantly disrupted illegal hydrocarbon extraction and distribution networks. Continued multi-agency collaboration and advanced intelligence have led to large-scale seizures of stolen fuel, dismantling of clandestine facilities, and arrest of key operatives, reinforcing commitments to protect strategic resources and mitigate environmental and economic risks. The Mexican federal

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Economy, LatAm

2026 Marks Acceleration in Energy Transition Across Latin America with Regional Integration and Renewables Expansion

Latin America is advancing its energy transition in 2026 with significant investments in renewable capacity, grid modernization, and regional cooperation mechanisms. Increasing focus on clean energy integration, regulatory flexibility, and cross-border electricity trade is positioning the region as a key player in the global low-carbon economy. At the global stage, 2026 solidified the energy transition

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LatAm, Oil & Gas, Politics

Mexico Suspends Oil Shipments to Cuba Amid US Pressure and Geopolitical Tensions

Mexico’s state oil company Pemex has halted crude oil shipments to Cuba following increasing pressure from the United States, which recently imposed tariffs on countries supplying petroleum to the island. This suspension interrupts a critical energy lifeline for Cuba amid a deepening energy crisis intensified by the cessation of Venezuelan crude exports due to US

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LatAm, Markets, Solar

Cuba Connects Rafael Reyes 21.8 MW Solar Park, Advancing National Renewable Energy Goals

Cuba has integrated the 21.8 MW Rafael Reyes photovoltaic solar park into its National Electric System (SEN), marking the second of four planned installations in Santiago de Cuba province. This milestone supports the government’s ambitious target of 1,200 MW solar capacity by end-2025 and reflects intensified investment in renewable infrastructure despite the ongoing energy crisis.

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