Arezki Daoud
North Africa to Play an Increasing Role in Mediterranean Downstream
PFC Energy: The Mediterranean oil product markets have historically been dominated by the Western European Med markets (France, Italy and Spain), both in terms of demand (47% of demand in 2008) and in terms of refining production (48% of supply in 2008). Going forward, however, Western European markets will see their weight progressively decline, due to a decline in demand and to challenges for some of its refineries.
[Energy and Mining] Gulf Keystone to Sell Algerian Permit to Focus on Kurdistan Operations
Bermuda-based oil company Gulf Keystone Petroleum Ltd. says it is looking to sell its interest in the Hassi Ba Hamou permit (HBH). ...[Security and Politics] Witnessing Conflicting Stances on Morocco’s Financial Outlook
Morocco’s Royal Institute of Strategic Studies (IRES) published a report in May 2009 on economic priorities for Morocco, which has not been widely discussed or publicized given the controversial nature of its findings. ...Author info

