The CEO of Sonatrach met with Richard Jackson, CEO of Occidental Petroleum, in Houston during a working visit to the United States between October 12 and 16. The discussions focused on strengthening their strategic partnership in the Berkine basin and identifying future collaboration opportunities. Key topics included unconventional resource development, enhanced oil recovery techniques, and the adoption of non-metallic piping systems. This meeting builds upon a long-standing relationship between the two companies, spanning from their 2022 joint contract to the 2024 exploration agreements and the 2025 technological cooperation deals. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to boosting Algeria's hydrocarbon potential through innovative technical solutions.