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Training Course: Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector


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14 - 18 Dec 2025

Dubai (UAE)

Hotel : Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Cost : 4900 € Euro

Introduction

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.

Course Objectives

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.

Course Methodology

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

Organizational Impact

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

Target Audience

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

Outlines

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

Special Courses

Training Course: Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector


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14 - 18 Dec 2025

Dubai (UAE) - Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Hotel : Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

Cost: 4900 € Euro


  About Dubai

Dubai, located on the Persian Gulf, is one of the seven United Arab Emirates and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The discovery of oil in the region has made Dubai extremely wealthy, allowing it to build the glittering skyscrapers that it is now famous for. That wealth is strongly in evidence in Dubai and visitors will see luxurious buildings and supercars aplenty. Perfect beaches and endless shopping opportunities are to key to Dubai's attractions. Flights to Dubai open up the city's cultural attractions to tourists, with beautiful mosques, museums and art galleries scattered throughout this ultra-modern metropolis.


  Things to do and places to visit in Dubai

Dubai's wealth has made it famous for building ever taller buildings and creating artificial islands off its shores. The city's hotels are luxurious and shoppers will love its extensive shopping malls which showcase all the world's top brands. Dubai's attractions don't end there. Dubai also caters to adventure lovers, who can jump in a 4x4 or on a board to speed over dunes outside the city. Local culture mustn't be forgotten either, and visitors have wonderful mosques to visit and old districts to explore. All that combined means that a flight to Dubai is sure to lead to an unforgettable holiday.

When visiting Dubai, be sure to:

  • Go to the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
  • Admire the intricately beautiful Grand Mosque, which has the tallest minaret in the city.
  • Understand the local history and culture with a visit to the Dubai Museum.
  • Discover objects from the 6th century at Jumeirah Archaeological Site.
  • Go skiing – That's not a joke, the Mall of the Emirates houses a snowdome.
  • Go shopping at the Mall of the Emirates or the Dubai Mall.
  • Explore the desert surrounding the city – either by 4x4 or atop a camel.
  • Eat fantastic seafood at Dubai Marina.
  • Cool off at the Wild Wadi Waterpark.
  • Marvel at gorgeous Arabic calligraphy at Jumeirah Mosque, the biggest in the city.
  • Take a yacht tour around the artificial islands of Palm Jumeirah.
  • Haggle for souvenirs in one of the city's souks.
  • Wander around the traditional building in Bastakiya District.
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