# G20 energy ministerial meeting in Houston > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260913-g20-energy-ministerial-meeting-in-houston > Updated: 2026-09-13T10:37:36.000Z. Sources: 31. Developments: 2. The G20 Ministerial Meeting on Energy Abundance is currently underway in Houston, Texas, scheduled from September 14 to 16. Hosted by the United States, the summit aims to address global energy security, affordability, infrastructure development, and resilient supply chains. The meetings are occurring amidst significant volatility in global fuel markets, driven by conflicts involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. This instability has increased global oil and gas prices and pushed U.S. diesel prices to record highs. In a notable diplomatic development, the Trump administration has invited Venezuela to participate in bilateral meetings and industry discussions, though Venezuelan representatives will not attend the official closed-door ministerial sessions. This move follows a recent oil agreement granting the U.S. control over more than 20% of Venezuela’s crude reserves. The Venezuelan delegation is expected to be led by Petroleum Minister Paula Henao and PDVSA Executive Vice President Jovanny Martínez. Russia continues to send a delegation including officials from its energy and foreign ministries, a presence that remains a point of tension for Ukraine’s European allies. Other participating nations include India, China, Japan, Germany, Canada, and Saudi Arabia. ## Claims - The Venezuelan delegation to the G20 energy meetings is expected to be led by Petroleum Minister Paula Henao and PDVSA Executive Vice President Jovanny Martínez. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The White House confirmed that Venezuela received an invitation to participate in the G20 energy meetings in Houston, Texas. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The Trump administration considers Venezuela's participation in energy security discussions to be imperative. (corroborated by 4 sources) - A recent oil agreement allows the United States to control over 20% of Venezuela's crude oil reserves. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The average price of diesel in the United States has reached a record high of $6.20 per gallon. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Regular gasoline prices in the United States have increased by 44% compared to levels before the conflict with Iran. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The G20 energy meetings in Houston are occurring amidst rising oil and gas prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Russia will send a delegation including representatives from its energy, foreign, and natural resources ministries to the Houston meeting. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-13: G20 energy summit in Houston addresses global fuel market volatility The G20 energy summit in Houston addresses global fuel market volatility caused by the Iran conflict. Venezuela and Russia will participate in various sessions following recent diplomatic and energy shifts. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/g20-energy-ministers-meet-in-houston-amid-global-fuel-market-volatility ### 2026-09-11: G20 Energy Ministerial Meeting to be held in Houston The G20 Energy Ministerial Meeting will be held in Houston from Sept 14-16, focusing on energy security and supply chains. Russia and India will both send representatives to the summit. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manohar-lal-to-attend-g20-energy-ministerial-meeting-in-us --- Cite as: G20 energy ministerial meeting in Houston. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20260913-g20-energy-ministerial-meeting-in-houston