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FO 371/163062

Oil, 1962

The file contains correspondence relating to: Conversation between the Political Agent in Dubai A J M Craig and John W Mecom on a possible oil concession from the Ruler of Sharjah Sheikh Saqr Bin Sultan Al Qasimi; a question about whether the Trucial States have agreed to pool their oil interests; drafts of the proposed oil concession agreement between Sheikh Saqr and John Mecom; a letter by W M Ballantyne enclosing a draft of the 'Sharjah Income Tax Decree 1962'.

FO 371/168946

Oil, 1963

This file relates to oil development in the Trucial States.

FO 371/179934

Oil: Abu Dhabi, 1965

This file relates to oil in Abu Dhabi.

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