The outcome could potentially reshape the landscape of oil production in Guyana and have ripple effects throughout the global energy sector.

Chevron’s proposed buyout of Hess Corp., a significant oil producer, is currently under review by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

CNOOC, another partner in the joint venture, owns a 25% stake.

The three suits aims to slow down or block the USD 53 billion deal which is set for a vote by shareholders on May 28.