Russian Oilmen Unafraid of Iraqi Hazards

... both long-time antagonists. But on the other hand, the approach may as well generate more projects and strengthen Russian positions in Iraq. Until now, the Kremlin has been lobbying Russian firms operating in Iraq with exceptional results. For example, Gazprom Neft is surveying in Iraqi Kurdistan and has managed to enlist the effective cooperation from its government. At the same time, it is developing the Badra project jointly with Baghdad. Credit should certainly go to Russian top officials who displayed outstanding diplomatic skills ...