HKN becomes first US company to finalize upstream contract in Syria

Summary

HKN has finalized an upstream contract with the new Syrian government, marking the first such agreement by a US company. ConocoPhillips is also set to sign a contract with the Syrian Petroleum Company to enhance gas supplies from existing fields. This development follows increased US support for the Syrian administration, creating new opportunities for US energy companies.

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