11.   In Kota Tinggi, the Johor Government will identify all water sources in the State to further locate and develop water reserves.

12.   Iran has given the go-ahead to a deal between Azerbaijan and an international consortium to develop oil reserves in the Caspian Sea after securing a stake in the project.

13.   Iran said last month that it had obtained a five percent share in a deal between Azerbaijan and an international consortium to develop oil reserves in the Caspian Sea.

14.   According to Sakhalin Energy, the field is very long and narrow and several platforms may be needed to develop its reserves.

15.   The role of foreign technology and expertise, contributed by such firms as Schlumberger, is vital in maintaining the flow and developing new reserves.

16.   Meanwhile, Ismail said OPEC members have to overcome the obstacles of new energy taxes and environmental measures from consumers in their bid to develop their reserves.