Many trends have characterized and shaped oil history since the 1970s: search for new supply, ownership structure, & environmental concerns.

After World War I, the 1940’s and early 1950’s served as an important time period for U.S. foreign oil policy.

Edward Doheny helped Mexico become a world-class oil producer in 1910, which gave Mexico unique political power.

During the 1950’s to 1970’s era, major international oil companies were faced with many difficult challenges that had lasting impacts.

Here are some tips learned from oil negotiations in history...