Law No. 4 regarding the Iraqi National Oil Company Law

Source: International Energy Agency
Last updated: 12 June 2025
The Law No 4 sets the regulatory framework for oil and gas production in Iraq. The Iraqi government retains full ownership of all oil and gas resources, and private companies cannot obtain exclusive rights but may operate under service contracts. The National Oil Company is given the authority to sign exploration and production agreements.

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