Admin Seeks Advisor to Guide Iraqis on Oil Law
Meanwhile in Iraq, new signs indicate the Bush administration is expecting the Iraqi government to soon pass its U.S.-backed oil law. The Washington Post reports the Commerce Department is looking to hire a legal advisor to help U.S. and Iraqi officials put the oil law into place. The advisor would apparently enjoy extensive sway over the Iraqi government. The job description includes assisting in developing a “tax environment conducive to domestic and foreign investment in Iraq’s key economic sectors, starting with [mineral resources].” The advisor would also review all draft oil laws created by Iraqi agencies, including those setting basic regulations for the oil sector. The job appears long-term -- it runs through July 2008 with an option to extend through July 2010.
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2007-09-11 03:41:24 · 5 answers · asked by Washington Irving 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Citizen Cope, that ain't gonna happen. If the Bush/Corporate Crony oil law is passed, you are going to see higher prices on those gas tanks. That is what this war is all about. Greed and more profits.for the oil monopolies.
2007-09-12 05:53:10 · answer #1 · answered by Sicilian Godmother 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I hope that we at least get cheaper oil prices out of this war. I can't lie, If gas where a quarter a gallon, I would be happy.
2007-09-11 03:49:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
2+ years of $3.00 or so gas is already a lasting defeat
2007-09-11 03:49:01 · answer #3 · answered by conventional 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think they will have to replace the government before they will get that through.
2007-09-11 03:47:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let's wait and see!~!
2007-09-11 03:51:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋