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Latin America Breaks Records in Egg Production and Consumption: Brazil Leads and Venezuela Rises in Rankings

Luis Alejandro Ruiz7 months ago7 months ago04 mins

In 2024, the Latin American poultry industry reached historic figures in both egg production and consumption, solidifying the region as one of the most dynamic in the world. Brazil reaffirmed its leadership with over 57 billion units, while Venezuela climbed to seventh place, surpassing countries like the Dominican Republic and Ecuador. Additionally, for the first time, Latin Americans consumed more eggs per capita than the global average, according to the *2024 LATAM Productive Data* report by the Latin American Egg Institute (ILH).

What does the OPEC’s annual outlook report, World Oil Outlook 2025, say, and what are its implications for Venezuela?

Luis Alejandro Ruiz7 months ago7 months ago06 mins

The oil cartel predicts that the world will need nearly 123 million barrels per day in 25 years, driven by developing economies, despite the rise of electric vehicles and renewable energy.

China announces interest and readiness to modernize Venezuela’s power system

Luis Alejandro Ruiz7 months ago7 months ago013 mins

Amid a renewed rapprochement driven by the impact of U.S. sanctions, China and Venezuela are advancing their strategic partnership with the signing of new agreements, the delivery of heavy equipment, the modernization of the power grid, support for vulnerable groups, and further investments in key sectors such as hydrocarbons, agriculture, industry, and public services. Beijing has also expressed interest in Venezuela’s Special Economic Zones, aligning its presence in the Caribbean with the Belt and Road Initiative.

Venezuela Added to European List of High-Risk Countries for Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing

Luis Alejandro Ruiz7 months ago7 months ago04 mins

On Wednesday, the European Parliament greenlit the inclusion of Venezuela in the list of jurisdictions with “high risk” for money laundering and terrorist financing—a designation that requires banks and other financial entities in the European Union to apply enhanced scrutiny on transactions from the Caribbean country. The decision confirms the updated proposal presented by the European Commission on June 10, after technical consultations with the assessed states and a review of commitments made by others

Vice President Delcy Rodríguez arrived in Vienna for the OPEC International Seminar

Luis Alejandro Ruiz7 months ago7 months ago06 mins

The OPEC International Seminar has established itself as the organization’s premier dialogue forum outside of technical and ministerial meetings. Held periodically in Vienna since 2001, this event brings together energy and oil ministers from member and non-member countries, executives from major oil companies, academics, analysts, and representatives of financial institutions. Its purpose is to discuss trends in the energy market, demand evolution, the energy transition, and the role of fossil fuels in a changing world. This year’s edition, the ninth, takes on special relevance amid geopolitical tensions and growing demands to reduce carbon emissions.

What happened at the BRICS+ Summit in Brazil?

Luis Alejandro Ruiz7 months ago7 months ago05 mins

BRICS+ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Photo: Social media Guacamaya, July 7, 2025. At its XVII Summit held in…

Venezuela and Colombia Strengthen Energy Agenda and Explore New Areas of Cooperation

Luis Alejandro Ruiz8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

Venezuela’s Minister of Hydrocarbons, Delcy Rodríguez, held a meeting on Thursday with Colombia’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Edwin Palma, to review the shared energy agenda and explore new areas of cooperation in hydrocarbons

ExxonMobil Returns Part of Stabroek Block to Guyana Amid Esequibo Dispute

Luis Alejandro Ruiz8 months ago8 months ago04 mins

US oil company ExxonMobil has returned a portion of the strategic Stabroek Block to the State of Guyana, fulfilling a contractual clause and avoiding areas affected by the territorial dispute with Venezuela. The measure, announced by Guyana’s Ministry of Natural Resources, comes after years of exploration along the Atlantic coast that have transformed Guyana’s economy.

REUTERS: Venezuela Redirects Oil Exports to China Following U.S. Sanctions

Luis Alejandro Ruiz8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

Venezuela’s oil exports rose by 8% in June, reaching an average of 844,000 barrels per day (bpd), driven by a significant increase in shipments to China. The uptick helped offset the country’s loss of access to U.S. and European markets after Washington revoked key licenses.

Guyanese Candidate Azruddin Mohamed Denounces International Campaign to Discredit Him and Denies Ties to Maduro

Luis Alejandro Ruiz8 months ago8 months ago08 mins

Guyanese presidential candidate Azruddin Mohamed categorically denied having ties to the government of Nicolás Maduro, after US Congressman Carlos A. Giménez labeled him a “pro-Maduro puppet.” According to Mohamed, the accusation was promoted by a lobbying firm hired by the government of Guyana, triggering a political storm over the use of public funds to influence foreign legislators and discredit an electoral contender. The backdrop: rising regional tensions over the Essequibo territory.