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QatarEnergy signed a memorandum of understanding with TotalEnergies, ConocoPhillips and the Syrian Oil Company to advance oil and gas exploration in the waters of the eastern Mediterranean.
Thus, the agreement establishes a framework for technical and commercial cooperation focused on the analysis of Block 3, located off the coast of Syria, an area with energy potential within the Levant basin.
The initiative is part of QatarEnergy’s global growth strategy, aimed at strengthening its presence in upstream projects outside of Qatar.
The signing ceremony, held in Doha, was attended by senior executives from the companies involved, along with Qatar’s Minister of State for Energy Affairs and CEO of QatarEnergy, Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi.
The executive highlighted that the agreement reflects the company’s interest in expanding its hydrocarbon exploration operations both regionally and internationally.
Oil and gas in Block 3
The memorandum includes a joint technical review to assess the potential of the offshore block, which will help define future investment decisions.
Block 3 is located off the Syrian city of Latakia, at depths ranging from 100 to 1,700 meters, making it a relevant asset for deep-water exploration operations.
Furthermore, this area is part of the Eastern Mediterranean, a region that has gained interest in recent years for its natural gas and oil resources.
Likewise, the collaboration between QatarEnergy, TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips reinforces the model of strategic partnerships in the energy sector, where global companies combine technical and financial capabilities.
The agreement also marks a new stage in cooperation with the Syrian Oil Company, focused on identifying opportunities that can contribute to the country’s energy development.
In official statements, Al-Kaabi indicated that the company seeks to work with its international partners to assess the project’s potential and generate long-term economic benefits.
Source and photo: QatarEnergy