European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Wednesday, September 16, that Canada has been invited to become its first associate member, a new status within the EU about which details are unknown.
This is part of a search for new partnerships with Canada in key sectors, such as…
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UN warns about human rights impact of AI development
UN High Commissioner Volker Türk warned member states on Monday about the dangers to which all human rights are exposed due to the advancement of AI.
Türk stated in a press release that “all human rights are at risk, including the rights…
Bancamiga offers first financial experience for back to school
Learning to manage money is one of the best gifts for our children's future. That's why, this Saturday, September 19, all 51 Bancamiga branches across the country will open their doors to celebrate the start of the school year and give away…
Falcón-Aruba air route will benefit local business owners
Business owners and merchants in Falcón state, in western Venezuela, have high hopes for the opening of the direct air route between Las Piedras Airport and Aruba.
Business leaders hope that approximately six commercial airlines will soon…
Cuba announces new regulations expanding dollar use and strengthening control over income
Cuba is undergoing a change in its financial system. The government announced new regulations that allow the opening of foreign currency accounts without prior authorization, as well as payments abroad, although the local banking system…
Venezuela and Suriname sign strategic cooperation agreements
The interim president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, signed several economic cooperation agreements with the president of Suriname, Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, during her official visit to the country.
These agreements focus on key sectors…
Central Bank of Venezuela announces adjustment of interest rates
The Central Bank of Venezuela ordered remuneration of all bank deposits starting this Tuesday, September 15. The decision applies to demand deposits, fixed-term deposits, and checking accounts.
In this regard, demand deposits will have a…
Venezuelan Banking Association wants to make September compliance month
The Venezuelan Banking Association seeks to institutionalize September of each year as Compliance Month, recognizing the need to adapt to the new demands of the global landscape.
“For Venezuelan organizations, understanding and adhering to…
International Oil and Gas Summit of Venezuela in Caracas from September 28 to 30
The city of Caracas will host the Venezuela International Oil and Gas Summit (VIOGS) from September 28-30, with the participation of government entities, national and international oil companies, investors, LNG companies, service providers,…
Canada authorizes tariffs on US products of 15 %, 25 %, and 50 %
Canada imposed new tariffs on US imports on Tuesday, September 8, at 15 %, 25 %, and 50 %, equivalent to approximately US$20 billion.
According to the official list published by the Canadian government, “the new tariffs apply to selected…
Venezuela ranks third as an oil producer in Latin America with 11 %
Brazil (42 %), Mexico (17 %), and Venezuela (11 %) are the three main oil producers in Latin America.
According to data from the Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE in Spanish), oil production in Latin America and the…
Bank branches will be closed on Monday, September 14th.
According to the official calendar of the Superintendency of Banking Sector Institutions (Sudeban), bank branches will be closed in Venezuela on Monday, September 14th, in commemoration of the Day of Our Lady of Coromoto.
However, all…