Saudi Arabia
Saudi Aramco has made a significant announcement regarding the discovery of 14 new oil and natural gas fields and reservoirs, a move that further strengthens the Kingdom’s position as a global energy leader.
The discoveries, which were located in the Eastern Province and the vast Empty Quarter, were revealed by Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, on April 9, 2025.
Among the findings are six new oil fields and two reservoirs of Arabian oil, in addition to two newly discovered fields and four reservoirs of natural gas.
This announcement underscores Saudi Arabia’s continuing ability to expand its vast hydrocarbon reserves, a key factor in the Kingdom’s ongoing influence in global energy markets.
Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman expressed his heartfelt congratulations to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their leadership and support in driving the Kingdom’s energy sector forward.
The Minister emphasized that these discoveries not only reinforce Saudi Arabia’s strategic importance in the energy industry but also contribute significantly to securing its energy future.
In his statement, Prince Abdulaziz highlighted the crucial role these discoveries will play in the Kingdom’s economic development, particularly as part of the broader Vision 2030 initiative.
The findings will enable Saudi Arabia to meet both domestic and international energy demands for the foreseeable future, opening the door to new economic opportunities and reinforcing the country’s role as a global energy powerhouse.
The discovery of these new fields aligns with Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to diversify its economy and increase its energy output.
By tapping into these newly found resources, Saudi Aramco aims to maintain the Kingdom’s status as a leader in both the oil and gas industries, ensuring energy security for generations to come.
As the world continues to pivot toward renewable energy, these new oil and gas discoveries solidify Saudi Arabia’s continued relevance in the global energy landscape, while furthering the Kingdom’s long-term goals under Vision 2030.
