Does that mean that Sonatrach can be a vector towards deeper regional integration?
Dr. Khelil: I do think that Sonatrach has an important role to play in this regard. It is clear that some of our neighbors need the petroleum products that we produce, or even professional training. Many African leaders in the oil and gas fields have been trained in Algeria, with scholarships from the Algerian government. Here at Sonatrach, we don t operate like other companies. We involve African countries, and they work with us as fully-fledged partners. We have a different approach to business, which takes into account our social responsibilities. Co-operation with Africa is not a luxury, but a must.
