Turkey announced the beginning of new drilling work in the southwestern Black Sea aimed at finding oil. Turkish Energy Minister Alfxlan Baracar said that the work will begin in the Chayeli area of the Cryne Province, which is regarded as a potential oil field.
"We are intensively working on new drilling for search purposes. In particular, we want to carry out drilling work in the Chayeli area, which is often talked about as a promising oil," Baracar said.
In addition to oil reconnaissance work, Turkey is actively expanding natural gas production. At the Sakari deposit in the Black Sea, production has already reached 7 million cubic meters of gas per day, and by the first quarter of 2025 this figure should exceed 9 million cubic meters. Further plans provide for an increase in production up to 20 million cubic meters.
Baracar also noted that Turkey is considering proposals for joint intelligence work in the Black Sea, including off the shores of Bulgaria. This testifies to the intentions of Ankara to expand their energy presence in the region.
The development of new deposits in the Black Sea is an important part of Turkey's energy strategy. It will allow the country to reduce dependence on energy imports and strengthen its energy independence.
