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Naftogaz Presentation: Opportunities in Ukraine
Presented at APAC Assembly, 20 April 2021
In their presentation at the Asia Pacific Energy Assembly in April, Naftogaz presented the international oil & gas community with the opportunities available for investment in the Ukraine. They touched on their recently announced international partnerships, their existing E&P licenses and discussed their goal to substitute a proportion of Ukrainian gas imports by 2030.
The Asia Pacific Energy Assembly is the most senior and influential finance & investment meeting for the Asian energy sector.
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Analysis on M&A so far in 2021 and what to expect now
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Asia Pacific Energy Assembly 2021: Day 2 Takeaways
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Asia Pacific Energy Assembly 2021: Day 3 Takeaways
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The Role of Capital Markets in the Energy Transition
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Naftogaz Presentation: Opportunities in Ukraine
During the Energy Council's APAC Assembly, Naftogaz presented the international oil & gas community with investment opportunities in the Ukraine. View the presentation here.
Adapting to Change: The Emerging Role Of Traders In E&P
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WECA Advisory Board #2: Key Takeaways
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