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Iraq Oil Ministry Signs Deals With U.S. Companies Valued at $200 Billion
Agreements reached during the prime minister's visit cover oil production capacity and associated gas investment. The total value was estimated during a state television interview with the oil minister.
Jul 21, 3:19 PM·1m read2 sources
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Iraqi officials signed agreements with U.S. companies valued at an estimated $200 billion during the prime minister's visit. The deals focus on expanding oil production capacity and increasing investment in associated gas.
The agreements were announced in a state television interview with the oil minister. Officials stated that the contracts will add significant production capacity and direct investment into gas infrastructure. The total value figure covers multiple projects between the Iraqi Oil Ministry and U.S. firms.
No further breakdown of individual contract amounts or timelines was provided in the interview. The announcement comes as Iraq seeks to increase output and monetize gas resources that have historically been flared or underutilized.
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