**Egypt’s PM Discusses Accelerating ExxonMobil Drilling in Mediterranean Concessions “Cairo” and “Masry”**

Ashraf AboArafe

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with John Ardill, ExxonMobil’s Vice President for Exploration, at the New Administrative Capital to review the company’s exploration progress in Egypt, particularly in the Mediterranean “Cairo” and “Masry” concession areas.

Ardill presented updates on seismic surveys and intensified drilling efforts using advanced technologies. He reiterated ExxonMobil’s commitment to fast-tracking operations and expanding natural gas discoveries in Egyptian waters.

PM Madbouly affirmed Egypt’s full support for facilitating permits, logistics, and operations. He also emphasized President El-Sisi’s strong backing for natural gas exploration and requested a detailed timeline from ExxonMobil for the start of production in both blocks.