Agriculture & Food Security: Venezuela’s agriculture minister Vladimir Padrino López met FAO’s Alexis Bonte to push seed systems, animal health and joint actions to eradicate foot-and-mouth disease, while also planning tech transfer, water management and Super Niño mitigation. Power & Grid Reliability: Venezuela logged a record 15,625 MW peak electricity demand in 2026, up 3.6% vs 2025, as MPPEE and Corpoelec monitor the SEN and urge energy-conscious use. Infrastructure & Public Safety: Zulia reopened the Punta Perret Strategic Lighthouse in Castilletes, upgrading lighting, battery systems and security with Navy and regional support to improve navigation and sovereignty. Housing & Urban Rehabilitation: Caracas delivered 30 rehabilitated homes in 23 de Enero under the Venezuela Renace Plan, while Miranda advanced La Limonera urban planning repairs for a tower with 40 apartments. Energy Projects: Authorities inspected the Termozulia Thermoelectric Complex and progress on TZ07, targeting +150 MW for the national system. Cross-Border Energy Deal: NGC agreed to buy a 20% stake in Trinidad’s Manakin Field unit, reinforcing the Manakin-Cocuina gas project spanning Venezuela and T&T. Diplomacy for Services: Venezuela and “Israel” agreed to a consular coordination mechanism after 17 years, building on earthquake recovery cooperation. Regional Shock Watch: Colombia’s 7.4 quake continues to drive emergency response and aid requests, with thousands missing and major damage reported across western cities.