VOL. XLVI

No 7

17-February-2003

IRAQ

Prospect Of US Military Rule In Iraq Raises Oil Questions

US plans for the period immediately after any regime change in Baghdad approximately two years of US-led military rule, with Iraqi representation limited to a consultative council raises a number of questions about the handling of the countrys oil sector during this period. MEES soundings indicate that concerns within oil industry circles are focusing on three main issues:

  • Oil revenue: how it is to be...