Dubai, Feb 4 (IANS) A new oil field was discovered here in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), WAM news agency reported Thursday.
UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said the discovery will boost the country’s oil production, strengthen the economy and provide a new source of income.

The study to determine the size of the oil reserve, energy production and economic benefits of the field was assigned to Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of Dubai Oil Affairs Department, the UAE prime minister said during a meeting with ministers and other dignitaries here.