Oil extraction can lead to conflicts from "summary" of Oil by Sucha Singh Khera
Oil extraction, while crucial for meeting the energy needs of societies, has often been the root cause of conflicts around the world. This is because oil is a highly coveted resource that can bring immense wealth to those who control its production and distribution. The competition for control over oil reserves has led to conflicts between countries, as they vie for dominance in the global energy market. Moreover, within countries that are rich in oil reserves, there is often competition between different groups for a share of the profits. This competition can escalate into v...
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