Legal Issues in Oil and Gas (2011)

SMi are proud to present their 3rd Annual...  Legal Issues in Oil and Gas Conference 2011 ______________________  The African Challenge ______________________  "Africa remains one of the most resource-rich regions in the world. However, due to economic uncertainty and political instability it is an area that is proving difficult to enter on a firm commercial footing. Complex legal issues are providing a barrier for E&P and hindering the growth and development of the oil and gas industry in the region."   The oil and gas reserves in Africa are both vital to meeting future global energy demand and are in many places across the continent untapped. But the challenges facing successful exploration and production, including tensions with host governments, contractual risk management and issues in cross border pipelines, make Africa a difficult place in which to do business. SMi's Legal Issues in the Oil and Gas Industry - The African Challenge is your opportunity to increase your understanding of the legal difficulties and obstacles facing oil and gas operators and contractors when conducting business in Africa.
____________________________________________                                        Legal Issues in the Oil and Gas Industry - The African Challenge will:   Unravel the legal challenges of doing business in Africa Examine the legal issues affecting the security of supply Present case studies into successful dispute resolution Explore the issues and applicable treaties in cross border pipelines Address the legal framework in decommissioning Investigate the Energy Charter Treaty and whether it can protect energy investors

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This event is unique in providing a platform to discuss, analyse and debate the fundamental issues and provide practical solutions to overcoming the legal difficulties of conducting business in Africa.

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Overcome the legal hurdles facing the oil and gas industry in conducting business in Africa

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