(e)
Articulate a common energy policy, particularly, in the field of
research, exploitation, production and distribution;
(f)
Establish an adequate mechanism of concerted action and coordination for the collective solution of the energy development
problems within the Community, particularly, those relating to
energy transmission, the shortage of skilled technicians and financial
resources for the implementation of energy projects of Member
States; and
(g)
Promote the continuous training of skilled manpower.
Article 55
Energy
1.
2.
Member States shall cooperate in the following fields:
(a)
Mineral and water resources;
(b)
Nuclear energy;
(c)
New and renewable energy.
They shall further:
(a)
Seek better knowledge and undertake an assessment of their natural
resources potential;
(b)
Reduce progressively their dependence on transnational enterprises in
the development of such resources, particularly through mastering
exploration techniques; and
(c)
Improve methods of pricing and marketing raw materials.
Article 56
Natural Resources
In order to promote co-operation in the area of natural resources and energy,
Member States shall:
(a)
Exchange information on the prospection, mapping, production and
processing of mineral resources, as well as on the prospection,
exploitation and distribution of water resources;
(b)
Coordinate their programmes for development and utilisation of
mineral and water resources;
(c)
Promote vertical and horizontal inter-industrial relationships, which
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