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YPF rakes in international investments as confidence in Argentina's oil and gas sector grows

YPF has secured a $700mn syndicated loan through Latin American Foreign Trade Bank, marking another significant vote of confidence in Argentina's energy sector amid the country's ongoing economic transformation.

IAEA experts find Kenya’s nuclear safety framework strong, urge targeted reforms

An international team of experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has found Kenya’s legal and regulatory framework for nuclear and radiation safety to be strong, following a review of the country’s systems.

Atlantic Lithium reports quarterly cash of $2.6mn as Ewoyaa project in Ghana awaits ratification

British multinational Shell signs exclusive $1bn deal to explore for oil offshore Angola

British multinational oil and gas company Shell and Angola’s National Agency for Oil, Gas and Biofuels (ANPG) have signed an exclusive agreement to explore new oil blocks offshore Angola.

Visa Energy reports strong financial performance spurred by Argentine production

Vista Energy delivered a strong third quarter in 2025, with production surging 74% y/y to reach a record 126,752 barrels of oil equivalent per day, prompting the company to raise its annual guidance and accelerate drilling activity in Argentina.

US Business Roundtable accuses Mexico's CFE and Pemex of breaching USMCA national treatment provisions

Mexico grants certain priorities to the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and Pemex that violate the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by denying "national treatment to US products", the Business Roundtable (BRT) stated, El Economista

Egypt to resume natural gas supplies to Lebanon by end-2025

Egypt is finalising arrangements to export 650mn cubic meters of natural gas annually to Lebanon through the Arab Gas Pipeline by the end of 2025

South Africa focuses on nuclear expansion to strengthen future power generation

South Africa’s new energy roadmap signals a decisive policy shift, positioning nuclear power alongside renewables as twin pillars of the country’s long-term energy security and economic growth strategy.

Chevron CEO reportedly says negotiations with Kazakhstan off to “good start”

Chevron’s discussions with the government of Kazakhstan on an extension of its operating concession have begun on a positive note, Upstream reported on November 3, citing the company’s CEO Mike Wirth, who spoke during a quarterly earnings call.

South African court orders renewables investor Ikamva to pay government $10mn for failed wind projects

The South African High Court has ordered renewable energy consortium Ikamva to pay the government $9.5mn in outstanding bonds for six failed wind projects.

Kazakhstan launches its first carbon agro-climatic testing ground

Kazakhstan has reportedly opened its first carbon agro-climatic testing ground, known as Kaz Agro Carbon, at the Barayev Scientific and Production Center for Grain Farming, as part of the country’s transition toward climate-resilient agriculture.

Hungary, US set to deepen nuclear energy ties during Orbán’s White House visit

Viktor Orban, seeking to secure a temporary waiver from US sanctions on Russian oil, will propose a pragmatic energy deal to Washington, offering deeper cooperation in the LNG and nuclear sectors.

Singapore–China economic ties enter a new era of digital and green collaboration

The economic relationship between Singapore and China is entering a dynamic new phase, marked by deeper cooperation in innovation-driven sectors such as digital trade and green development, according to industry leaders

Gran Tierra Energy announces new Ecuador discoveries

Gran Tierra Energy announced three significant oil discoveries in Ecuador and secured a $200mn prepayment facility as the company completed all exploration commitments in the Andean nation

Japan’s Kansai Electric begins study on potential new nuclear reactor

Kansai Electric Power Company(TYO: 9503) is preparing to launch a detailed site study in November 2025 to determine whether a new nuclear reactor could be built at, or close to, its existing Mihama nuclear power station in Fukui Prefecture.

Costa Rica state power firm breaks ground on $11.5mn solar plant

ICE (Costa Rican Electricity Institute) launches 10.3 MW photovoltaic facility in San José as Central American nation accelerates renewable capacity expansion

Senvion India inks MoU with Integrum Energy to supply 50 wind turbines across five states

At Windergy India 2025, Senvion India officially unveiled its engineered-in-India 4.2M160 wind turbine prototype and announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Integrum Energy to supply and commission up to 50 units of the model

Bangladesh signals it may scrap Adani power deal if corruption is proven

Bangladesh’s interim government has indicated that it will not hesitate to revoke a 2017 power supply contract with India’s Adani Group if evidence of corruption or irregularities emerges

Brazil’s Lula defends Amazon oil exploration amid energy debate

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said that the country cannot abandon oil use immediately, defending exploration in the Equatorial Margin, off the Amazon coast.

Abu Dhabi’s capacity ambition accelerates as Exxon signals early milestone

Abu Dhabi’s campaign to cement its long-term market influence is accelerating, with comments reported by Bloomberg this week suggesting its flagship $30bn offshore expansion is running ahead of schedule.

Solar power strengthens Vietnam–Denmark ties

The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam and LTP Group Asia have officially launched LTP’s upgraded garment factory in Ho Chi Minh City, featuring a new rooftop solar installation.

US consultancy Synergy secures contract as lead financial advisor for $4.5bn dam project for Zimbabwe, Zambia

Zimbabwe and Zambia have selected US group Synergy Consulting Ltd (Synergy) as the lead financial advisor for their planned $4.5bn hydropower project on a river that forms part of their common border.

Earthquake damage disrupts Uzbek, Tajik power exports to Afghanistan

Afghanistan’s power imports from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan were reportedly disrupted when transmission lines were damaged during the 6.3-magnitude earthquake that hit northern Afghanistan before dawn on November 3, killing at least 27 people.

Iran produces first bioethanol petrol blend

Iran has produced its first bioethanol-based petrol (E5) with an annual capacity of 1.2bn litres, aimed at reducing pollution and expanding the use of green automotive fuel, Deputy Minister of Industry Farshad Moqimi said.

Nigerian states prepare to sign direct power contracts to unlock 9,000-MW capacity

Nigeria’s 36 states are preparing to sign direct power purchase contracts (PPCs) with generation companies (Gencos) to utilise about 9,000 MW of currently stranded generation capacity and improve electricity supply at the state level.