Venezuela Pressures Trinidad for Exxon Field Test Details Amid Territorial Concerns

Venezuela is pressing Trinidad and Tobago for details regarding ExxonMobils upcoming field tests, reflecting heightened territorial concerns in a contentious ultra-deepwater region.

• Venezuela has requested specific location and operational details from Trinidad and Tobago about ExxonMobils first field tests in a recently awarded ultra-deepwater area.
• The territorial dispute arises from Venezuelas claims over maritime boundaries, which complicate ExxonMobils exploration efforts in the Caribbean region.
• Trinidad and Tobagos cooperation is crucial for ExxonMobil as it navigates geopolitical tensions and seeks to commence significant oil exploration activities.