The UK major may follow up by signing an upstream deal across the border in Kazakhstan.
Central Asia
Published:
Wed, May 13, 2026
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BP has broadened its footprint in Central Asia by acquiring a 40% stake in six exploration blocks in the North Ustyurt region of Uzbekistan from state oil company Uzbekneftegas (UNG) and Azerbaijan’s national champion, Socar.
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The West is not abandoning attempts to reshape this region to serve its needs, Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin said
