In spite of finding itself at the heart of one of the world’s most hydrocarbons-rich regions, Qatar still manages to stand out among its peers.
Its proven oil reserves – 15.2bn barrels – are not spectacular compared with the likes of Saudi Arabia or Kuwait, and its crude production of about 791,000 b/d make it the second-smallest Opec producer after Ecuador. But when it comes to gas, Qatar finds itself in an enviable position.
