Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with Peter Costello, President of Shell's Exploration and Production Division. The discussions focused on the implementation of joint oil and gas projects and prospects for further cooperation. The meeting was also attended by Ali Al-Janabi, Senior Vice President and Chairman of Shell in Kazakhstan, and Suzanne Kugean, Vice President for Exploration in Key Countries and Namibia.

The development of the Kashagan field was also discussed. The parties reviewed plans to fast-track phases 2A and 2B, which include the construction of a 2.5 billion cubic meter per year gas processing plant and development of new sections of the field.

"Caspian Energy Media" reports with reference to the Press Service of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan.