| ID | 133392 |
| Title Proper | Deepwater oil rigs as strategic weapons (commentary) |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Murphy, Martin |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The author discusses his concerns with the possible use of deepwater oil rigs by the Chinese as strategic weapons as of Spring 2013. He analyzes remarks made by China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) chairman Wang Yilin concerning the concept of deepwater rigs as mobile national territory. The author discusses several aspects of his concerns including Chinese mercantilism, CNOOC's state-directed role in the advancement of Chinese interests, and Chinese observance of jurisdictions and regulatory requirements. |
| `In' analytical Note | Naval War College Review Vol.66, No.2; Spr.2013: p.110-114 |
| Journal Source | Naval War College Review Vol.66, No.2; Spr.2013: p.110-114 |
| Key Words | China ; Strategic Weapon ; Energy Policy ; Petro Economics ; Chinese National Offshore - CNO ; China National Offshore Oil Corporation - CNOOC ; Mobile National Territory ; Chinese Interest ; Chinese Mercantilism |