Bolivia is taking steps to boost its falling natural gas output. Franklin Molina, Energy Minister, highlighted 42 new exploration projects. These projects started in 2021 and aim to find new gas reserves. Molina also said they are in talks with foreign companies like Petrobras to expand efforts. “As the plan moves forward, we expect more […]
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