dijlahpoint - The Minister of Oil affirmed that cooperation with American companies represents an essential pillar for developing the oil and gas industry in the country, given their advanced technical expertise and technologies that contribute to enhancing the sector's capabilities and raising production efficiency. He explained that the ministry is working to overcome obstacles and accelerate contracting procedures in preparation for implementing strategic projects in cooperation with major global companies, foremost among them Chevron, ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, Halliburton, and Schlumberger, aiming to develop fields, increase production, and support economic development plans.