Empresas y bancos

CIIP and UNDP Sign Agreement to Attract Investment to Venezuela

Venezuela’s CIIP and the UN Development Programme agreed to work together on attracting investment, with CIIP setting strategic priorities and UNDP providing technical knowledge. No funding, target sectors, timelines or specific projects were disclosed.

Venezuela’s Central Bank Sets October 2 Dollar Rate at 866.56 Bolívares

The Central Bank of Venezuela published an official reference rate of 866.56 bolívares per US dollar for October 2. The update establishes the rate used for official currency conversions that day but does not show how it changed from the previous rate.

Venezuela Starts Payments of Bs. 172,000 Co-responsibility and Training Bonus

Payments of the Bs. 172,000 Co-responsibility and Training bonus began on Thursday through the Patria system. The lack of beneficiary figures, eligibility details and a payment schedule makes the transfer’s overall economic impact difficult to assess.

Mediterráneo Building Loses Power After Transformer Failure

The Mediterráneo Building remains without power after a transformer was damaged. State utility Corpoelec said it lacks the fuses and replacement transformer needed to restore service, highlighting shortages of critical grid equipment.

Trump Calls Venezuelan Elections Premature as IMF Prepares to Open Office

The International Monetary Fund is preparing to open an office in Venezuela, signaling plans to establish a local presence. No timeline or operational details were disclosed.

Nightly Protests Spread Across Five Venezuelan States Over 10-Hour Power Cuts

Prolonged, unscheduled electricity outages are affecting communities across at least five states, disrupting daily activity and triggering nighttime protests, roadblocks and other demonstrations.

Concepción Palacios Maternity Hospital Rehabilitation Passes 65% Completion

Renovation work at the major maternal-health facility is more than 65% complete, including an overhaul of the intensive care unit, 200 sanitation modules and an expansion from three to 13 equipped delivery rooms.

Halliburton Moves Toward Venezuelan Oil-Sector Return Amid Litigation and Hiring

Halliburton is reportedly hiring personnel as part of a discreet effort to rebuild its presence in Venezuela’s oilfield-services market. The potential return remains at an early stage, with its scale and timeline still unclear amid ongoing litigation.