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The race for oil: will Jamaica be the next country to drill and what does that mean for its green pledges?
Jamaica is considering oil drilling after hydrocarbon discoveries in seabed tests, which could reduce its annual fuel import costs of $1.5-2bn. The move raises questions about reconciling fossil fuel production with the country's green energy commitments.
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