The Argetinian goverment's decision to re-nationalize the Repsol-owned YPF has exposed the ongoing battle between private and national oil & gas companies. In this video Platts editors' discuss:
- The significance of the "Dead Cow" shale formation in the forced takeover;
- The questions raised over global investment opportunities for IOCs;
- China's ongoing acquisition of foreign energy assets;
- The global trends in energy nationalisation.