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On January 29, 2026, the Venezuelan National Assembly approved a reform of the Organic Hydrocarbons Law (the "Hydrocarbons Law Amendment"). The Hydrocarbons Law Amendment broadens the scope for private sector participation in...more
During Baker Botts' 39th Annual Environmental, Safety & Incident Response Seminar on January 28, 2026, Partner George Fibbe led the lunch session with Francisco Monaldi, Fellow in Latin American Energy Policy at the Baker...more
In the span of a few days, Venezuela has moved to open its oil sector to private capital while U.S. regulators have set out a sanctions pathway for trading in Venezuelan‑origin crude. Venezuela’s amendment to its hydrocarbons...more
Trump administration authorizes transactions involving Venezuelan oil sector, but subject to detailed conditions to align with U.S. policy objectives. Companies seeking to do business with Venezuela should confirm that their...more
OVERVIEW Venezuela’s National Assembly is considering a proposed Partial Amendment to the Organic Law on Hydrocarbons (the “Hydrocarbons Law Amendment”), which would introduce sweeping changes to the regulatory framework...more
Welcome to Edition 40 of P2N0 covering the drive to avoid, reduce and remove greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to progress to net-zero GHG emissions (NZE). This Edition 40 provides a summary of 2025....more
Welcome to Edition 39 of P2N0 covering the drive to avoid, reduce and remove greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to progress to net-zero GHG emissions (NZE). P2N0 covers significant news items globally, reporting on them in short...more
La tensión entre desarrollo económico y protección ambiental se materializa nuevamente en una iniciativa para reformar la Constitución colombiana. Fue radicado ante la Cámara de Representantes el Proyecto de Acto Legislativo...more
Mexico's Executive Branch, through the Ministry of Energy (Secretaría de Energía or SENER), on Oct. 3, 2025, published in the Federal Register (Diario Oficial de la Federación or DOF) the Regulations of the Hydrocarbons...more
El equipo de asuntos regulatorios y gubernamentales de Holland & Knight en México revisó las nuevas disposiciones publicadas para el sector de energía en materia de electricidad, biocombustibles, planeación y transición...more
Se publicó en el Diario Oficial de la Federación el 3 de octubre de 2025, un decreto presidencial que reforma y deroga diversas disposiciones del Reglamento de la Ley de Ingresos sobre Hidrocarburos de México. Con estas...more
Se publicó el 3 de octubre de 2025, el Reglamento de la Ley del Sector de Hidrocarburos en México, sustituyendo a los reglamentos de 2014. Desde su entrada en vigor, todas las referencias al marco anterior se entienden hechas...more
Moving liquid hydrocarbons, like crude oil and biofuels, is a complex process. The sheer volume of these products, with approximately 540,000 railcars moving within the US in 2024 (Intra-U.S. Movements by Rail), creates a...more
Mexico's National Energy Commission (Comisión Nacional de Energía or CNE) on Sept. 23, 2025, published in the Federal Register (Diario Oficial de la Federación or DOF) the "Order issuing General Administrative Provisions...more
Integrating advanced analytics and AI is proving transformative as the energy sector grapples with challenges in efficiency, environmental responsibility, and resilience. Technology’s ability to optimize operations,...more
La Agencia Nacional de Hidrocarburos (ANH) de Colombia emitió el Acuerdo No. 03 de 2025 por medio del cual se adoptan medidas para promover el cumplimiento y normalización de los actuales contratos y convenios misionales de...more
Algeria, a country with a rich history in hydrocarbon production, is making significant strides in attracting global oil and gas investments. The National Agency for the Valorization of Hydrocarbon Resources (ALNAFT) has...more
Latham & Watkins recently hosted its annual Executive Energy & Infrastructure conference in Austin, Texas. During the two-day event, more than 125 industry experts, policymakers, and thought leaders shared insights and...more
New laws have been issued for the Mexican electricity sector, establishing a new dynamic between the public and private sectors....more
The Ministry of Energy (Secretaría de Energía or SENER) published on April 29, 2025, in the Federal Official Gazette, the "Agreement resuming the deadlines and terms for the reception and proceeding on matters within the...more
On 18 March 2025, Mexico published a comprehensive package of new energy laws, fundamentally reshaping the country’s energy sector. Mayer Brown is well-placed to assist clients with projects in Mexico, as we have a deep...more
On February 4, 2025, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum submitted a bill to the Mexican Senate to revoke, issue, and amend various energy laws in accordance with the constitutional amendments passed in December 2024. This is...more
Mexico's proposed Hydrocarbons Sector Law (Ley del Sector Hidrocarburos or LESH) contemplates: 1) abrogating the Hydrocarbons Law (in force) published on Aug. 11, 2014, 2) the issuance of the Regulations of the LESH, 3)...more
Join Brandon Marzo and Bill Swanstrom, partners at Troutman Pepper Locke, as they discuss the exciting merger of Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord. This conversation delves into the rich histories of both firms, their...more
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation. It's a pivotal moment for the oil-rich nation, with big implications for energy and climate change policy. Additionally, it’s a reminder of the huge size...more