In-Depth Discussion: Baker Institute's "Oil and Gas Development in Guyana" Event Video

Guyana’s oil and gas prospects have the potential to transform both the country and the international oil companies developing these resources. First production from Guyana’s offshore Liza field is expected in 2020, and full development could yield 500,000 barrels per day.

March 3, 2019

The Way Ahead

At this recently held Baker Institute event, the Honorable Dominic Gaskin, the Minister of Business of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, discussed the opportunities for oil, gas, and infrastructure development in Guyana. Following his address, a panel of experts from Guyana’s government and the international oil industry further explore oil and gas prospects.

Keynote speaker: The Honorable Dominic Gaskin, Minister of Business, Co-operative Republic of Guyana

Panelists: Newell Maurice Dennison, Commissioner, Guyana Geology and Mines Commission; Sean Herrera, Managing Director of the Caribbean, Schlumberger; Jamie McInerney, Senior Director, FTI Consulting; The Honorable David Patterson, Minister of Public Infrastructure, Co-operative Republic of Guyana

Moderator: Francisco Monaldi, Fellow in Latin American Policy, Baker Institute

In-Depth Discussion: Baker Institute's "Oil and Gas Development in Guyana" Event Video

Guyana’s oil and gas prospects have the potential to transform both the country and the international oil companies developing these resources. First production from Guyana’s offshore Liza field is expected in 2020, and full development could yield 500,000 barrels per day.

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