Despite a forecasted 20% decline in global oil prices in 2026, YPF plans to increase investments by 20% to roughly US$6 billion, supported by strategic asset sales. Fuel prices have experienced a modest 2% reduction, yet sector stakeholders warn of significant price lag behind inflation, and the compressed demand for compressed natural gas (GNC) presents […]
Ecuador escalates security measures by equipping its Armed Forces with advanced tactical gear, drones, vehicles, and communication systems amid a declared internal armed conflict and intensified efforts to dismantle fuel trafficking networks. The government’s firm posture against criminal organizations and illegal mining signifies sustained military modernization and targeted enforcement that will shape the nation’s security
Uruguay has imposed stringent environmental safeguards on seismic exploration for hydrocarbons in its territorial waters, limiting operational zones and introducing robust monitoring requirements to mitigate impacts on marine biodiversity. This regulatory framework aims to balance the country’s exploratory ambitions with environmental conservation, positioning Uruguay among the more restrictive jurisdictions globally in offshore hydrocarbon activities. The
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The ongoing nationwide strike across Petrobras has significantly intensified, with 40 offshore platforms and 8 refineries now halted due to widespread worker participation. The escalation underscores persistent tension between labor forces and Petrobras management, as negotiations on the 2025 Acordo Coletivo de Trabalho (ACT) remain deadlocked, fueling operational uncertainties and political attention. The Petrobras workforce,
Argentina secured a one-year extension from the European Union to comply with new deforestation-related export regulations affecting its meat and soybean shipments. Meanwhile, US judicial rulings continue to pressure Argentina over the YPF expropriation dispute, even as YPF advances a landmark $200 billion LNG export project with new international partners and financing plans. The European
A landmark ruling by Argentina’s Supreme Court confirmed the legal and patrimonial independence of YPF S.A. from the National State. This decision strengthens Argentina’s position in ongoing litigatio… A landmark ruling by Argentina’s Supreme Court confirmed the legal and patrimonial independence of YPF S.A. from the National State. This decision strengthens Argentina’s position in ongoing
Neuquén Province is formalizing steps to export significant volumes of gas from the Vaca Muerta formation to Brazil, driven by growing energy demand in Sao Paulo’s industrial sector. Recent agreements… Neuquén Province is formalizing steps to export significant volumes of gas from the Vaca Muerta formation to Brazil, driven by growing energy demand in Sao
The Venezuelan government has officially ended all contracts and negotiations related to the supply of natural gas to Trinidad and Tobago, citing the Caribbean neighbor’s alleged complicity in the rec… The Venezuelan government has officially ended all contracts and negotiations related to the supply of natural gas to Trinidad and Tobago, citing the Caribbean neighbor’s
Intelligence documents provided to the U.S. Department of Justice and White House expose a sustained, two-decade alliance between Venezuela and Iran centered on financial, energy, mining, and military… Intelligence documents provided to the U.S. Department of Justice and White House expose a sustained, two-decade alliance between Venezuela and Iran centered on financial, energy, mining, and
