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With a surface area of 1.29m sq km and 2414 km of coastline, Peru is the third-largest country in South America. It has a population of 28.2m, 30.2% of which is under the age of 14. While there is no official religion, the majority of Peruvians are Christian, and the Catholic Church plays an important role in the country’s culture.

Chapter | Energy from The Report: Turkey 2012

While the country has been poor in many energy resources, Turkey’s geography has been central to its economic success. To better leverage this advantage, the government is working with the private sector to make Turkey central to the transit and storage of natural gas and petroleum resources. Electricity demand steadily increased at about 8% per annum, and this is driving the formulation of...

Over the past decade, Turkey has experienced a number of important transitions that have led to demographic, economic and cultural transformation. These changes have made contemporary Turkey a regional focal point

Chapter | Energy from The Report: South Africa 2012

South Africa’s energy landscape is defined by increasing demand and limited capacity as the country’s energy needs have risen rapidly in recent years. Underinvestment in infrastructure remains a key challenge for the sector. The government has in recent years sought to develop a long-term energy strategy and has launched major efforts to diversify electricity-generating capacity, reduce...

Chapter | Mining from The Report: South Africa 2012

The mining industry has long been a driving force behind South Africa’s economic growth. In 2010 it contributed 18% of GDP, and the country’s total reserves, while diminished, remain some of the world’s most valuable, with an estimated worth of $2.5trn. South Africa is perhaps best known for its gold, diamond and platinum riches but its wealth in other metals and minerals have also helped support...

Chapter | Energy from The Report: Bahrain 2012

As the first GCC country to discover hydrocarbons, Bahrain is now moving into a new period in its history where more complex techniques are required to extract its oil and natural gas deposits. Given that high oil prices have helped sustain the oil sector’s export earnings and contribution to the economy, the Kingdom has undertaken a renewed effort to increase its crude oil output. The country...

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