Eni, Repsol consider outside investors for Perla gas field

Eni: Eni is an Italian integrated energy company engaged in oil and gas exploration, production, and related activities across multiple countries. It operates the Perla natural gas field in Venezuela through a 50-50 joint venture with Repsol in the Cardón IV block. The company is evaluating options to attract additional investment into this asset amid broader efforts to develop Venezuelan energy resources. Repsol: Repsol is a Spanish energy company active in upstream oil and gas operations as well as downstream activities in several markets. It holds a 50% stake alongside Eni in the Perla gas field offshore Venezuela and has maintained stable production there under recent agreements with Venezuelan authorities. The firm is assessing the sale of portions of its interest to bring in new partners for further development. US Policy: The Trump administration has advanced initiatives to facilitate international participation in Venezuela's energy sector through eased restrictions and targeted engagements. Venezuela Developments: Recent agreements between Venezuelan authorities and European energy firms have focused on sustaining and expanding gas supply from key offshore fields for domestic use.