The seventh Petroleum Report issued by the Ministry of Petroleum, Republic of South Sudan, provides an overview of world oil markets and fundamentals, price forecasts, oilfield reserves, and the ministry\u2019s marketing performance. It forms part of continued efforts by Hon. Eng. Awow Daniel Chuang, the Minister of Petroleum, to promote openness and accountability in this crucial sector, \u201cWe are trying to increase transparency in the country\u2019s oil and gas sector, specifically concerning the financial aspects. The Ministry of Petroleum has produced this journal which will provide all the information about our production, sales, and even the environment. We include all the opportunities in South Sudan regarding refineries, pipelines and other facilities. All this information is now available, and everyone will have access to it.\u201d<\/p>\n
The report outlines the ministry\u2019s infrastructure plans, including refineries and storage depots and provides insight into how the country has advanced its sales of crude oil on the open market. South Sudan recognizes that the sector needs to continue to develop with buyer and market diversification, and a better understanding of global economics and pricing analysis. The ministry is aiming to establish on-line communications with global oil markets and the main world crude oil pricing center, Platts in London.<\/p>\n
The release of the report follows closely the announcement of the country\u2019s first environmental audit of all operating oilfields. This will assist in rehabilitation efforts and prevent future problems. The ministry\u2019s exploration and production department is at the same time engaged in promoting new blocks ready for international investors looking for lucrative opportunities.<\/p>\n
The aim of this one, and future Marketing Reports is to provide comprehensive information which clearly explains the monetization of South Sudan\u2019 crude oil. The emphasis is on transparency and full compliance with the country\u2019s legislative requirements for information disclosure.<\/p>\n
The Petroleum Ministry has also improved its website\u00a0which contains detailed information about the current oil-producing blocks, as well as the day to day operation of the department. All the information that investors may need is now available, including all the financial information dating from 2011, the country\u2019s independence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"