Copy LinkIn the Mediterranean Sea, 120 kilometres off Libya’s coast, lies one of Africa’s most significant energy assets—the Bouri Field. Its 38 wells maintain a daily production of approximately 30,000 barrels, making it a crucial component of Libya’s energy infrastructure. The dispute centred on continental shelf rights, with both Tunisia and Libya claiming access to the resource-rich waters. Today, the Bouri Field continues operations under Libyan jurisdiction, serving as a testament to the complex interplay between natural resources, territorial sovereignty, and international law in North Africa. Today, the Bouri Field continues operations under Libyan jurisdiction, serving as a testament to the complex interplay between natural resources, territorial sovereignty, and international law in North Africa.

Source: Libya Today November 15, 2024 03:54 UTC