AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoVenezuela Talks: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Venezuela’s transition should move in months, not years, as interim government and opposition prepare for their first face-to-face negotiations in Caracas. US–Oil Politics: Trump again pressed oil firms to cut gas prices, tying the pressure to Venezuela’s reopened oil sector and Chevron’s return, as crude eased on hopes for progress on Iran. Mexico Anti-Smuggling: Mexican authorities dismantled four clandestine oil refineries and seized nearly 1 million liters of fuel derivatives, saying fuel smuggling cost Pemex about $530m in H1 2026. Brazil Gas Policy Risk: Petrobras paused studies for a $1bn gas pipeline in Brazil amid regulatory uncertainty over a proposed rule that could force large producers to auction gas to third parties. Chile Power Storage: AES Andes started a 146 MW/438 MWh battery storage project in Chile, adding to the region’s grid flexibility push. Guatemala Volcano Disruption: Guatemala raised alerts after Fuego’s eruption, with about 1,700 people still in shelters and officials warning the next 72 hours are critical as rain could trigger more mudflows. Natural Disaster Costs: A global review put H1 2026 losses near $112bn, with Venezuela’s June earthquakes among the costliest events.
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