Armenia: The Prosecutor General's Office has filed a lawsuit in defence of state interests over ‘violations’ during the privatisation of Ararat Cement, Emerging Market Watch News has reported. The plant is owned by Gagik Tsarukyan, president of Multi Group.

Tsarukyan will reportedly take legal action in response.

Global Cement News reported the planned nationalisation of Ararat Cement on 21 May 2026.

Venezuela: The National Assembly President, Jorge Rodríguez, has summoned those connected to the supply of imported Turkish cement to explain a rise in prices. NF News has reported that the discussions will explore cost structures and market conditions.

Bolivia: The public prosecutor's office of Oruro Department has opened an investigation into ‘unjustified cement prices rises’ following complaints. NF News has reported that the investigation will aim to identify the origin of price rises within the production and distribution chain.

Zimbabwe: Shuntai Investments has signed an engineering, procurement and construction agreement with China’s CBMI Construction for the development of a 6000t/day clinker production line in Zvishavane, Zimbabwe, according to NewsDay. CBMI managing director Zhang Sicai and Shuntai chair Xing Mingchang signed the agreement in Beijing.

“This collaboration fully reflects CBMI Construction’s technical expertise and professional advantages in the cement engineering sector, opening new avenues for the regional company to serve the Zimbabwean and surrounding markets,” CBMI said in a statement.

“Upon completion, the project will effectively boost local clinker and cement supply capacity, providing solid support for Zimbabwe’s infrastructure development and industrial growth.”