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President Kast’s Approval Drops Amid Fuel Price Hike and Policy Shifts in Chile

The Chilean government faces growing public discontent following significant increases in fuel prices and the withdrawal of support for Michelle Bachelet’s UN candidacy. President José Antonio Kast’s approval ratings have declined sharply, reflecting the impact of these economic and political decisions. Market observers should monitor potential economic strain on middle-income households and policy responses to […]

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Ecuador, Infrastructure, Markets

Quito Launches Electric Vehicle Pilot Program Targeting 100 Tons CO2 Reduction in Historic Center

Quito is advancing its sustainable urban logistics by initiating a pilot program deploying electric vehicles for last-mile deliveries in its historic center. The program is set to generate critical data on electric mobility performance in densely built, high-traffic zones, supporting expansion plans and contributing significantly to the city’s broader decarbonization and mobility reform objectives. Grupo

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Brazil, Economy, Oil & Gas

Brazil Positioned as Strategic Energy Supplier Amid Middle East Tensions and Infrastructure Challenges

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are accelerating Brazil’s emergence as a significant player in the global energy market. Supported by its growing pre-salt oil production and strong renewable energy matrix, Brazil faces opportunities and challenges in consolidating itself as a reliable and diversified energy supplier through 2026. Brazil’s ability to provide energy security is

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Brazil, Hydrogen, Markets

Brazil’s Federal District Launches Nation’s First Green Hydrogen-Powered Commercial Bus on Tourist Route

Brazil’s Federal District inaugurated the country’s first commercial bus powered by green hydrogen, marking a significant milestone in urban sustainable mobility and hydrogen technology deployment. With a passenger capacity of 71 and zero emissions, this initiative integrates advanced fuel cell technology with renewable hydrogen produced locally, presenting a replicable model for other Brazilian cities. On

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Brazil, Infrastructure, Politics

Brazil Advances Gas Infrastructure Cost Reductions and Regulatory Reforms Amid Rising Pre-Salt Production

The Brazilian National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Biofuels (ANP) is moving forward with initiatives to lower natural gas infrastructure costs and enhance market competitiveness, focusing on tariff reductions and third-party access to pipelines. With expanding pre-salt gas projects and evolving regulatory frameworks, attention centers on finalizing tariff reviews and improving transportation capacity to

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Chile, Markets, Wind

Codelco Completes First Carbon Credit Purchase to Offset Green Tax Emissions via AES Andes Wind Project

Codelco executed its inaugural carbon credit acquisition to fully offset fixed-source CO₂ emissions subject to Chile’s green tax at its Ventanas Division. This pilot step reinforces Codelco’s strategy of integrating climate action within operational and financial frameworks while contributing to the maturation of Chile’s emerging carbon offset market. Codelco, the world’s leading copper producer, acquired

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Bolivia, Markets, Oil & Gas

YPFB and Petrobras Face Legal and Social Challenges in Domo Oso-X3 Exploratory Project in Tarija

The Domo Oso-X3 exploratory project by YPFB and Petrobras in Tarija is under intensified legal scrutiny and community opposition despite formal compliance claims. Court processes, investigations, and activist interventions will shape the project’s operational future and impact Bolivia’s hydrocarbon development strategy. The Bolivian State oil company YPFB and Petrobras presented evidence on March 24, 2026,

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Politics, Raw Materials, Venezuela

U.S. Department of State Announces 2026 Grant Program Targeting Venezuela’s Economic Recovery and Strategic Sectors

The U.S. Department of State’s Venezuela Affairs Unit will fund up to ten projects in 2026 aimed at supporting Venezuela’s phased plan for economic recovery, transformation, and growth, focusing on energy, mining, technology, and higher education partnerships. The initiative, with an estimated funding pool of $500,000, anticipates project implementation starting September 1, 2026, continuing for

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Biofuels, Brazil, Economy

Brazil’s Established Biofuels Industry Shields Nation from Global Oil Price Shocks Amid Middle East Conflict

Brazil’s robust biofuels sector, developed over the past five decades, is proving critical in moderating the country’s exposure to global oil shocks triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Continued government incentives and technological advances position Brazil to potentially increase biofuel blends further, reinforcing energy security and reducing fossil fuel dependency in a

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