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Venezuela Approves Mining Law Opening Doors to Foreign Investment

Venezuela's Parliament approved a new mining law this Thursday that allows the participation of national and foreign private companies in the exploitation of the country's vast mineral resources.

What led the Superintendency of Industry and Commerce to sanction D1 stores?

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BCV reported inflation of 71.8% during the first quarter of 2026

Venezuela accumulated inflation of 71.8% during the first three months of the year, according to official figures released by the BCV.

Mandatory Open Finance Will Boost the Development of the Financial System and Financial Inclusion in the Country

Portafolio Journalist 04/09/2026 18:52 Updated: 04/09/2026 18:52

Follow the Dane press conference revealing the inflation for March 2026

Follow the Dane press conference revealing the inflation for March 2026

The trade war does not stop: Ecuador increases tariffs for products imported from Colombia to 100%

Portafolio Journalist 09.04.2026 17:49 Updated: 09.04.2026 21:30

Wálmaro Gutiérrez begs investors to come to Nicaragua

A desperate call to investors was made by the Sandinista dictatorship, offering tax benefits upon approving reforms to the export free zones law. They assure there will be tax exemptions.

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Through a statement, the Government of Ecuador announced a 100% increase in import tariffs on Colombian products. This measure will be effective from May 1, 2026.

Colombia Receives Worst Credit Rating in 33 Years

International rating agency Standard & Poor's downgraded Colombia's credit rating, marking the worst record in more than three decades. Foreign currency debt moved from BB to BB-, a move reflecting the deterioration of public finances and the country's high level of debt.

Great Services Fair 2026 in Bogotá: Pay Property and Vehicle Taxes with a Discount

The District Secretariat of Finance of Bogotá announced the holding of the Great Services Fair 2026, a strategy that seeks to facilitate the payment of property and vehicle taxes for thousands of taxpayers in the city.

Like at the stadiums: JetSmart launches the 'pass' for unlimited flights throughout South America all year round

JetSMART launches the All You Can Fly membership. Photo: Courtesy

National Assembly approved new Mining Law to attract foreign investment to the sector

The National Assembly sanctioned the new Mining Law in Venezuela, which redefines royalties, taxes, and concessions