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Oil prospecting and drilling in Abu Dhabi, 1955

This file contains correspondence relating to: Conversation with Mr Gibson of Iraq Petroleum Company and his concern with the Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Shakhbut Bin Sultan Al Nahyan's lack of interest in oil operations in the western part of his territory. He wondered whether Sheikh Shakhbut could be persuaded to appoint a representative to keep in touch with the oil companies.