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Luck plays a small part imo.

Build a capable team with the right contacts and experience, tick.

Find the leases and assetts with a high likihood of success.

La bella - dont think anyone would argue we have resource in the ground there, so I can understand management not wanting to give it away. They are still in talks with people and also pushing forward with the 3d to increase its attractiveness for farmin, doesnt mean a deal will not be done near term though if someone is willing to play fair.

Seychelles, very big potential and as some say time is running out.
Maybe time isnt running out, You could argue as long as we show we are moving forward the Seychelles government may once again revise any agreement if required, be nice though if we could secure a nice partner to move forward. The fact our leases in the seychelles are on the continental shelf does mean we are in relatively shallow water which significantly reduces drilling complexity.

And finally palta, we have a nice little lease right on its doorstep, wouldnt call that luck, well planned by these guys imo. Yes luck plays a part in shells success. Bit of luck we may here something on that front in 2 to 3 weeks