A report received by the Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Tarek El Molla indicated that Egypt has drilled exploration wells of natural gas during the current fiscal year (FY) of 2019/20 with totals investments of  $314 million. According to the report, ten wells have already been drilled in addition to one well is in progress.

The mechanical and electrical installation works for Zohr field’s first and second phases will soon be completed.