Qatar's gas reserves enough for another 138 years: bank report

Doha

QATAR'S gas reserves are so vast that it can maintain production at current rates for another 138 years, according to an official report published.

An "Economic Commentary" from the Qatar National Bank (QNB) on Sunday said that the vast reserves of the tiny Gulf country will ensure it maintains its prominent position in the hydrocarbon sector "for years to come". It added that "Qatar has enough gas reserves to maintain production at current rates for 138 years".