The Directorate of Energy Police announced today, Thursday, the securing of 67 giant oil fields in various regions of Iraq, confirming the continuation of its efforts to enhance security measures and provide a safe environment for foreign and local oil companies operating in the country.
The Director General of Energy Police at the Ministry of Interior, Lieutenant General Hamid Al-Husseini, stated in a statement followed by the News Video Agency that the Directorate has worked to enhance communication and coordination with oil companies operating in Iraq through field visits to their headquarters and work sites in the provinces of Basra, Maysan, and Kirkuk, as well as several oil fields.
Al-Husseini explained that the visits included international companies, including the British company "BP," American and Chinese companies, the Italian company "Eni," and the French company "Total," in addition to the Italian consortium operating in the West Qurna field, noting that these movements contributed to building positive relationships with the companies and providing reassurances regarding the security of their facilities, as well as addressing the problems they may face in their operations.
He added that there is a high level of coordination with the Ministry of Oil, expressing hope that the Directorate would receive support and attention from the new Minister of Interior, especially since its tasks exceed the traditional perception of combat forces, as it is responsible for protecting facilities and economic and vital targets that are of great importance to the Iraqi economy.
He affirmed that the brigades belonging to the Energy Police need special attention, similar to the Federal Police and Border Guards, due to the sensitivity of the security responsibilities assigned to them, pointing to the Prime Minister's interest in the economic aspect and its reflection on various sectors.
Al-Husseini indicated that the fields the Directorate secures include strategic oil facilities, most notably the North and South Rumaila fields, the West Qurna 1 and 2 fields, as well as the Zubair 1 and 2 fields, noting that these sites require high levels of protection and security to ensure the continuity of production and operational activities.
He concluded by emphasizing that oil companies operating in Iraq express satisfaction with the security measures and the existing coordination with the Energy Police, stressing the importance of continuing to develop the Directorate's capabilities and enhancing its potential to protect Iraq's oil wealth.