07-14-2013, 02:54 AM
People may also want to read up and consider what the title of Operator means for Exxon in conjunction with the power of the government. Santos and OSH need to be treated fairly in bringing in IOC, but they also have to consider what consequences trying to be a roadblock in the process means for their own futures in PNG. Exxon has significant power and influence as owner AND operator; a fair deal will be presented and the other partners will be foolish to not go along with the plan.