IN BRIEF: Block Energy shares surge on deal with Georgia ministry

Block Energy PLC - London-based oil and gas exploration and production company focused on Georgia - Signs a deal with the Ministry of Economy & Sustainable Development of Georgia for an undisclosed sum. Says the deal will cover government support and initiatives for the developments of projects I, II, III and IV through "data sharing, cooperation and the facilitation of meetings with national and regional large oil companies".

Chief Executive Officer Paul Haywood says: "This MoU reflects the strength of government support for the development of Block's assets, which will be helped by the sharing of data and other cooperation initiatives. In particular, the MoU supports the concept of a long-term gas offtake agreement, which is an important part of delivering value associated with Project III and the 1 TCF contingent resource identified."

Current stock price: 1.86 pence each, up 28% on Tuesday morning in London

12-month change: up 55%

By Xindi Wei, Alliance News reporter

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