27 - 31 Oct 2025
Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
Hotel : Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur
Cost : 6000 € Euro
In today’s complex energy landscape, cultivating strong and strategic relationships with governments and regulatory bodies is essential for the long-term success of oil and gas organizations. Effective government relations not only ensure regulatory compliance but also foster trust, facilitate project approvals, secure licenses, and enhance a company’s social license to operate.
The “Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector” training program, developed by Global Horizon Training Center, is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to build and sustain impactful government and public sector engagement. It combines best practices from global energy hubs with real-world scenarios tailored to the specific sensitivities of the oil and gas sector.
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Understand the roles and functions of government relations in the oil & gas sector.
Navigate regulatory frameworks and government decision-making processes.
Develop strategies for effective engagement with public sector stakeholders.
Identify and mitigate political, regulatory, and reputational risks.
Build communication and negotiation skills for advocacy and lobbying.
Align government relations strategies with corporate objectives and national energy goals.
The training adopts a practical and interactive approach, including:
Expert-led presentations and group discussions
Regional and international case studies
Scenario-based workshops and stakeholder mapping exercises
Role-play simulations of meetings with government officials
Peer-to-peer learning and policy analysis tools
Organizations that invest in this program can expect:
Stronger and more transparent relationships with government entities
Enhanced ability to influence policy and regulatory decisions
Reduced project delays through proactive stakeholder engagement
Greater alignment between corporate goals and public policy objectives
Improved organizational reputation and risk management
This course is ideal for professionals working in:
Corporate Affairs & Support Services Departments
External Relations and Government Affairs
Regulatory Compliance and Licensing
Public Policy and Communications
Legal, Risk Management, and Strategy Teams
Project Development and CSR/Sustainability Divisions
Day 1: The Strategic Role of Government Relations in Oil & Gas
Overview of government relations in the energy sector
Public policy cycles and regulatory frameworks
Energy policy drivers and national interest considerations
Case examples: Government relations success and failure in oil projects
Day 2: Stakeholder Mapping and Engagement Strategies
Identifying and analyzing key government stakeholders
Building strategic alliances with ministries, regulators, and municipalities
Multi-level government engagement: Local, national, regional
Designing stakeholder engagement and influence plans
Day 3: Regulatory Affairs and Risk Mitigation
Licensing, permits, and compliance essentials
Managing regulatory risks and government audits
Aligning corporate strategies with national energy plans
Navigating complex legislative environments and legal challenges
Day 4: Communication, Advocacy, and Negotiation Skills
Communicating with government officials and policymakers
Principles of lobbying and advocacy in energy
Strategic messaging and managing public discourse
Negotiation tactics for high-stakes governmental meetings
Day 5: Integrating Government Relations into Corporate Strategy
Embedding government relations into corporate planning
Monitoring political and policy trends
Building internal awareness and coordination mechanisms
Final group workshop: Designing a GR strategy for a sample oil & gas project