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Egypt uncovers major oil deposit in Western Desert, signaling boost in energy production

Egypt uncovers major oil deposit in Western Desert, signaling boost in energy production

  • Discovery was made in the West Fewebs-1 area of the Kalabsha Development Area
  • Oil is of particularly high quality, with a rating of 44 degrees, which could make it highly sought after on international markets, says minister
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