Regional reopenings reported for food centers in Venezuela and shopping mall in Mexico

In Barinas, Venezuela, the PDVAL food distribution center in the Libertad parish, Rojas municipality, has officially reopened. The facility is expected to serve over 3,000 families, offering food products at prices 30% to 50% lower than other commercial alternatives. This reopening is the fifth such instance under the current regional administration, which aims to have eight active distribution points by the end of 2026.

In Los Mochis, Mexico, the Plaza Fiesta Las Palmas shopping center is undergoing a phased reopening following a fire in May 2026. Management expects to have 15 businesses operational by the end of September, with a goal of exceeding 20 active locations by mid-October. Major retailers and services, including Woolworth and Banorte, are scheduled to reopen between October and November, with the aim of having most businesses functional by December.