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Gold in Benin
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The government wished to see a gold industry developed around the Atacora province. In 1997, it issued 12 permits for gold exploration.Oil and Natural Gas
Click HERE for an overview- Oil proved reserves: 4.105 million bbl (1 January 2002)
- Natural gas proved reserves: 1.133 billion cu m (1 January 2005 est.)
- Kerr-McGee Corporation (acquired by Anadarko Petroleum Corporation in 2006) had exploration plans for Block 4, which include 3D seismic research and an anticipated drilling in late 2006. Kerr-McGee (operator) holds a 40 percent interest in the block and is joined with partners Kosmos Energy (40 percent) and Malaysia's Petronas (20 percent).

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