What is EO 13303

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Executive Order 13303 was signed by U.S. President George W. Bush on May 22, 2003, in the aftermath of the Iraq War. It primarily focused on protecting the development of Iraq’s petroleum industry and ensuring that U.S. entities could invest and operate in Iraq without legal liabilities tied to the ongoing conflict or potential claims.
Here are some key points of EO 13303:
1. Protection of Iraqi Oil: It grants immunity to Iraqi oil and oil-related products from legal claims in U.S. courts. This means that oil revenues generated by Iraq would not be subject to lawsuits, judgments, or liens, allowing Iraq to rebuild its economy without the risk of its oil revenue being frozen or seized.
2. Immunity for U.S. Companies: The order protects U.S. individuals and companies involved in transactions relating to the Iraqi petroleum industry. This essentially encourages U.S. investments by ensuring that those involved in Iraqi oil transactions cannot be sued in U.S. courts for activities connected to those investments.
3. Rebuilding Iraq: The order was seen as a part of broader efforts to stabilize Iraq and promote its reconstruction after the overthrow of Saddam Hussein’s regime, especially in rebuilding its oil industry, which was crucial to the country’s economy.
EO 13303 remains a significant order tied to U.S. foreign policy in Iraq and has been debated in relation to U.S. interests in Iraqi oil. It played a pivotal role in enabling Iraq to regain control of its oil resources while giving protections to foreign investors involved in the sector.

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