Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Discover New Oil Reserve in North Wafra Field

Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have jointly announced a new oil discovery in the North Wafra Wara-Burgan field, located about 5 kilometers north of the Wafra field.

According to an official statement on Monday, crude oil began flowing from the Wara reservoir in the Wara-Burgan-1 well at a rate of over 500 barrels per day. The oil has an API gravity between 26 and 27 degrees, indicating medium-grade crude.

This is the first major oil discovery since both countries resumed production in the shared partitioned zone and nearby offshore areas in mid-2020.

Officials from both nations described the find as highly significant, saying it strengthens their global position as dependable energy suppliers and highlights their growing expertise in oil exploration and production.

Earlier this year, Saudi Aramco also revealed the discovery of 14 new oil and gas fields in the Eastern Region and Empty Quarter of the kingdom, reflecting ongoing efforts to boost energy production.

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