On October 1, 2025, the National Energy Policy Council (CNPE) approved a set of measures aimed at expanding oil and gas exploration in Brazil, with a particular focus on the pre-salt reserves. The decisions include regulations for exploration within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), beyond 200 nautical miles offshore, and authorization for early divestment of the Union’s stakes in pre-salt fields.
Key measures include the inclusion of the Mogno Block in the upcoming Permanent Production Sharing Offer (OPP) scheduled for October 22. CNPE also authorized Pré-Sal Petróleo S.A. (PPSA) to conduct auctions for divestment of rights in the Mero, Atapu, and Tupi fields, potentially raising up to R$ 15 billion. These initiatives aim to attract private investment, strengthen the domestic industry, and ensure the legal certainty necessary for the sustainable development of Brazil’s oil and gas sector.
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