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Economy, Oil & Gas, Venezuela

US moves to control Venezuelan oil with investments exceeding $100 billion as China and India engage in evolving energy ties

The United States, under Donald Trump’s administration, is nearing a definitive agreement with China and India involving Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, shifting the country’s sector towards open foreign participation and major reconstruction investment. The emerging framework signals a complex realignment of Venezuelan petroleum exports, heavily influenced by US sanctions, infrastructure challenges, and shifting global energy […]

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Oil & Gas, Politics, Venezuela

U.S. Oversees Venezuela’s $500 Million Oil Revenue Held in Qatar under Temporary Agreement

The United States has implemented a mechanism allowing Venezuela’s interim government to access $500 million in oil revenues deposited in a Treasury-blocked account in Qatar. This short-term arrangement aims to stabilize Venezuela’s public finances while subjecting expenditures to strict U.S. oversight and auditing. Going forward, plans include transitioning revenue management to a U.S.-based fund under

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Argentina, Markets, Oil & Gas

Río Negro awards new exploration permits for Vaca Muerta, advancing unconventional hydrocarbon development

Río Negro Province in Argentina has assigned new unconventional exploration permits in the Vaca Muerta formation, reinforcing its strategic positioning in shale oil and gas development. With multiple licitations concluded and projects underway, the region is expecting stepped-up drilling activities, enhanced infrastructure, and strengthened regulatory oversight through 2026 and beyond. The Government of Río Negro

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Argentina, Infrastructure, Markets

Indian Firm Welspun Wins Vaca Muerta Gas Pipeline Steel Tubing Contract Over Techint Amid Government Cost Efficiency Drive

The Southern Energy consortium awarded a $203 million contract to Indian steel tube manufacturer Welspun for the supply of pipes to the nearly 500-kilometer gas pipeline connecting Vaca Muerta to the Río Negro coast, marking a significant shift in Argentina’s energy infrastructure procurement. The decision reflects a government-backed focus on cost competitiveness, sidelining traditional local

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Brazil, Economy, Oil & Gas

Petrobras Announces 7.8% Average Reduction in Natural Gas Prices for Distributors Starting February 2026

Petrobras will lower the average price of the gas molecule sold to distributors by 7.8% from February 1, 2026, reflecting adjustments linked to international benchmarks and contracts. The introduction of Henry Hub pricing as an indexing component marks a notable shift, potentially influencing future pricing dynamics in Brazil’s natural gas market. Petrobras announced a 7.8%

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Brazil, Markets, Oil & Gas

Petrobras Increases Proven Reserves to 12.1 Billion Boe in 2025 Amid Record Production

Petrobras reported a 6% increase in its proven oil, condensate, and natural gas reserves, reaching 12.1 billion barrels of oil equivalent (boe) by the end of 2025. The company maintained strong reserve replacement with a 175% replacement ratio despite record production, signaling sustained asset productivity and long-term resource security. Continued investment in recovery optimization and

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Economy, Oil & Gas, Paraguay

Petropar Announces 250 Guaraní Fuel Price Reduction Amid Leadership Controversy

Petropar implemented a 250 guaraní per liter reduction across all fuel types effective January 28, 2026, marking the 13th price cut since President Santiago Peña took office in 2023. Despite positive financial results and market share gains, scrutiny over Petropar President Eddie Jara’s financial declarations poses reputational risks for the state-owned company and government. On

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Hydropower, Paraguay, Politics

Paraguay Implements Preferential AI Electricity Tariffs and Attracts Over $500 Million in AI Infrastructure Investments

Paraguay is advancing rapidly as a Latin American hub for artificial intelligence and data center operations, leveraging its abundant hydroelectric power and newly introduced preferential electricity tariffs for AI and cloud computing companies. Strategic investments exceeding $500 million are underway, supported by stable, long-term energy pricing and government-led ecosystem development, positioning Paraguay as a key

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Infrastructure, Peru, Politics

Nilo Pereira Torres appointed Vice Minister of Electricity to advance Peru’s power sector modernization and renewable energy framework

Nilo Rubén Pereira Torres assumed office as Peru’s new Vice Minister of Electricity, entrusted with reinforcing national electricity infrastructure and progressing regulatory frameworks essential for renewable energy investments. His appointment aims to provide technical stability and accelerate the deployment of sustainable energy projects amid pending regulatory challenges and upcoming national elections. The Peruvian Executive branch

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