MONTERREY, MEXICO (By editors with Energy Analytics Institute, 24.Mar.2026, Words: 280) — The following briefs are the top stories from the top media outlets on 24 Mar. 2026 across the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region and beyond, as compiled by editors from Energy Analytics Institute (EAI).
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EAI has not verified some of these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
MEXICO
— Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum exonerates Pemex from Veracruz oil spill, she said during her daily presser.
— the Mexican government still doesn’t know the co. that spilled oil on Veracruz and Tabasco beaches, according to local newspapers.
— BYD is said to begin bringing Brazilian-made cars to Mexico.
— Rocío Nahle inaugurated the Steel Expo in Veracruz. Veracruz is the third largest steel producer in Mexico.
US
— no injuries were reported after a large explosion was reported at the Valero refinery in Texas. Residents were urged to stay indoors as crews worked to contain the fire, according to CNN.
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