The Race For Iraq's Resources: Will Iraq's Oil Blessing Become a Curse? - International - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News

We are just shocked, shocked, I tell you.

The Race For Iraq's Resources: Will Iraq's Oil Blessing Become a Curse? - International - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News:

The Iraqi government is considering a new oil law that could give private oil companies greater control over its vast reserves. In light of rampant violence and shaky democratic institutions, many fear the law is being pushed through hastily by special interests behind closed doors.