Petronas has agreed to farmin to offshore blocks A2 + A5 from FAR ahead of drilling the Samo prospect in late 2018. Petronas will get 40%, FAR retaining 40% and operatorship, although Petronas has the right to take over as leader for development. Petronas will fund 80% of Samo well costs up to USD 45 MM, non-well costs up to USD 1.5 MM, and will reimburse FAR USD 13.5 MM in back-costs and cash. The deal is subject to govt approval. Partner otherwise GNPC.  Block A2 covers 1,298 sq km,Â  A5Â  1,378 sq km:  
Petronas has agreed to farmin 40% interest to offshore blocks A2 + A5 from FAR (40% op, GNPC 20%).