Spotlight AFRICA SOUTH AMERICA Issue dated 25/02/2014

In the quest for geological treasure

Joined millions of years ago, the African and South American continents present geological similarities that stir the curiosity of oil companies. Recent discoveries on the South American side of the Atlantic have spurred demand for exploration licences on the opposite [...] (646 words)

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