Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have announced a new oil discovery in the Partitioned Zone, with crude flowing from the North Wafra (Wara-Burgan-1) well at a rate of more than 500 barrels per day, according to a joint statement by both governments.
The well, located approximately five kilometres north of the main Wafra field, taps the Wara reservoir and produces crude with an API gravity of 26 to 27 degrees. The exploration is being carried out by Wafra Joint Operations, a collaboration between Saudi Arabia’s Chevron affiliate and Kuwait Gulf Oil Company.
This is the first discovery since production operations resumed in the onshore and offshore areas of the Partitioned Zone in mid-2020, following a five-year shutdown due to bilateral differences. The area, which spans roughly 5,770 square kilometres, has been jointly managed since the 1960s and contributes to the broader energy output of both countries.
The announcement comes as both countries look to sustain output amid global supply shifts. Saudi Arabia has been cutting production under OPEC+ agreements, while Kuwait is investing in upstream capacity to maintain long-term export levels.
Further evaluation will determine the commercial viability and development strategy for the North Wafra site.
