Petrobras, Brazil’s state-owned oil giant, has set its sights on new frontiers. The company’s board of directors recently approved a 10% acquisition in the Deep Western Orange Basin (DWOB) exploration block off South Africa’s coast. This strategic move marks Petrobras’ entry into a region that has garnered significant attention from major oil players worldwide. The […]
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