Brazil Minerals CEO to advise U.S. presidential candidate

Ecuador requires all businesses operating within its municipalities to obtain an annual municipal patent permit. This article outlines who needs it, how much it costs across different cities like Quito and Guayaquil, available exemptions for certain groups such as artisans or people with disabilities—and details convenient payment options.

Refinaria Abreu e Lima achieved a new record for S-10 diesel production this April after recent investments increased its capacity. Company officials say these results support Brazil’s energy security during uncertain times.

ANCAP leaders spoke at an engineering faculty seminar about Uruguay’s progress in offshore hydrocarbon exploration amid global shifts toward renewable energies. They addressed technical work underway, regulatory oversight requirements for environmental protection, upcoming drilling plans through international partnerships—and how potential production could support national decarbonization efforts.