By Godswill Odiong
The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries, OPEC, has disclosed that its Third Vienna Energy Scholar Programme (VESP) scheduled to hold in Vienna, Austria from 4 to 9 September 2023 at the OPEC Headquarters will create opportunities for young scholars.

In a statement obtained by The Daily, www.thedaily-ng.com, OPEC stated: “The OPEC Secretariat and the City of Vienna will host the Third Vienna Energy Scholar Programme (VESP) from 4 to 9 September 2023 at the OPEC Headquarters.

“The week-long programme will provide young scholars with the opportunity to learn about the OPEC Secretariat’s activities related to short-term and long-term energy perspectives, policies and regulations.

“The energy transition, energy access and security, and environmental challenges will be addressed in an effort to further develop mutual understanding between OPEC, its Member Countries, and the participants from Austria and other European countries. The VESP will conclude with a discussion with HE Haitham Al Ghais, OPEC Secretary General, on the energy future.”

It also maintained that, “Furthermore, it is planned that participants will have the chance to explore these topics further in one of OPEC’s Member Countries in 2024.

“The VESP will take place in cooperation with the OPEC Fund for International Development, the Austrian energy firm OMV and several Austrian government entities.

“Applicants are requested to submit their applications (in English), together with their up-to-date CV (including contact information) and a cover letter to the OPEC Secretariat – Secretary General’s Office (sgos@opec.org) no later than 30 June 2023.”