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US supports Cyprus' right to develop its natural wealth
November 19, 2018
By George Psyllides
US Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources Francis Fannon reiterated his government’s support to the Republic of Cyprus’ right to develop its natural wealth, adding that his country promotes energy developments in the Eastern Mediterranean region as a matter of priority.
Fannon, who was visiting Energy Minister Giorgos Lakkotrypis, made the comments came as ExxonMobil and Qatar Petroleum started drilling in block 10 of Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone.
The American diplomat said his visit was part of a regional trip to discuss energy development in the region. Cyprus was his second stop after Israel, and he will also travel to Egypt.