America

The province of Alberta has signed a new energy deal that will position Canada as a global energy superpower while working toward net-zero emissions; the agreement involves a new bitumen pipeline to the West Coast with Indigenous co-ownership

Former president Pedro Castillo has been sentenced to 11 years and 5 months in prison for conspiracy to rebels after his failed 2022 attempt to dissolve Congress and rule by decree, though the court said the plan was not fully carried out

Over 70.000km² of ocean territory have been opened for oil and gas exploration over the next two years, inviting companies to submit proposals in deep and shallow waters under its new government

Dangers and legal consequences of improper wastewater disposal have been reminded to the public; the nationwide notice highlights that untreated wastewater, sewage, greywaters, industrial effluent poses serious risks to public health and the environment

Guyana has resulted as the most attractive destination for investors in 2025 in Latin America, according to Global Citizen Solutions, due to its high innovation ranking, strong economic indicators, and favorable investment conditions

December salaries to 132.000 public servants will be paid between December 1 and 3 to provide financial relief and support ahead of the holidays, according to Vice President Rosario Murillo

International airlines have suspended flights to and from Venezuela after a US FAA alert warned of increased military activity and security risks in the country’s airspace, affecting routes from Avianca, Iberia, LATAM, TAP, Gol, and Turkish Airlines

Cacao exports from Ecuador have increased by 33% to 462.351 tons by October 2025 and have been projected to surpass 623.000 metric tons in 2026, according to the national exporters' association Anecacao

Adding public holidays on December 26, 2025, and January 2, 2026, has been proposed to boost domestic tourism and local economies, after long weekends this year have generated US$155 million and hotel occupancy above 95%