Middle East Economic Survey

VOL. LIV

No 6

7-Feb-2011

Sudan

Norway Mediates In North-South Sudan Oil Split

Norway is mediating between North and South Sudan over oil production, transport and export facilities, in the event of an almost certain secession of the South following its referendum. Results to date show a 99% vote in favor of independence, which many had feared would trigger a renewed war. But Khartoum seems willing to accept the results. We announce our agreement and our acceptance...