Energy has once again moved to the center of global geopolitics. Trade tensions, international conflicts, technological competition, the reconfiguration of supply chains, and the race to secure critical minerals and clean technologies are reshaping economic and strategic relations among countries and regions.
In this context, Latin America and the Caribbean is becoming increasingly important because of its hydrocarbon reserves, comparatively clean electricity mix, and availability of resources essential to the energy transition, including copper, lithium, nickel, and rare earth elements. These advantages create opportunities, but also raise challenges related to energy security, investment attraction, local value addition, and supply-chain resilience.
This side event will examine the impact of geopolitical transformations on energy markets and the risks and opportunities they create for the region. The discussion will address competition for strategic resources, emerging trade and technology dynamics, energy security, and the rise of new alliances and international cooperation mechanisms. The panel will bring together government representatives, international organizations, think tanks, and specialists to consider how the region can strengthen its global position, promote sustainable value chains, attract investment, and establish itself as a strategic partner in building safer, more resilient, and more sustainable energy systems.
