This report assesses the possibility of increased oil production from 21 less developed non-OPEC countries (excluding the Middle East and Mexico) by 1985. The forecast is compared with those prepared by the World Bank, the International Energy Agency, and others. The 21 Latin American, African, and Far East (including Asia) countries produce 2.5 million barrels of oil per day (BD) or 4.2% of world production, and they have 21 billion barrels of proved reserves, or 3.2% of the world total. In recent years these countries have consumed 3.1 million BD, some 0.9 million barrels in excess of their production. By 1985, the 21 countries may produce 3.9 million BD, an average annual increase of 5.0%; however, demand is expected to increase at an annual rate of 3.5% to 4.4 million BD. The net effect is that the 1985 aggregated supply-demand balance will be in deficit, by nearly 560 thousand BD, compared to slightly more than 930 thousand BD in 1976.

Photograph of a grouping of bamboo plants in Popayán, Colombia. The bamboo can be seen next to a creek in the background. The brick wall possibly a part of a bridge is present in the foreground, along with the base of a lamp pole.

Photograph of the Bordones Waterfall (Salto de Bordones) which is located inside the Purace National Natural Park (Parque nacional natural Puracé) in Huila Department of Colombia. Some greenery can be seen in the foreground while the waterfall is visible in the background.

Photograph of burial sites at the San Agustín Archaeological Park (Parque Arqueológico de San Agustín) in Colombia. Two slab tombs can be seen which includes a dolmen-like structure of large vertical stone slabs supporting horizontal slabs above to form a corridor which contains the sarcophagus. In the background, a landscape of numerous hills and green land is visible.

Photograph of the Church of San Francisco (Iglesia de San Francisco) in Bogotá, Colombia. A large number of people can be seen standing near and walking past the church. A tall, modern building is visible behind the church.

Photograph of the Coin and bill Production Museum (Museo Casa de Moneda) courtyard area in Bogotá, Colombia. A small water fountain, flowering bushes, trees and more can be seen in the courtyard.

Photograph of a group of soldiers standing behind a military truck in Bogotá, Colombia. The soldiers are standing behind the parked vehicle in a street. City buildings are visible in the background.

Photograph of the Humilladero Bridge (Puente del Humilladero) in Popayán, Colombia. The Humilladero Bridge is visible on the right while another smaller bridge is present to the left. People can be seen walking across the bridge. On the opposite side of the bridge, are a large number of buildings.

Photograph of the Las Lajas Sanctuary (Santuario de Las Lajas) in Ipiales, Colombia. The neo-gothic style, basilica church is located in the canyon where the Guitara River flows which can be seen below the church. A bridge is connected to the church and stretches across the canyon. The church is also known as the National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Las Lajas (Basílica Santuario Nacional de Nuestra Señora de las Lajas).

Photograph of the Lavapatas Fountain (Fuente De Lavapatas) located in the Alto de Lavapatas site at the San Agustín Archaeological Park in Colombia.

Photograph of the Lavapatas Fountain (Fuente De Lavapatas) located in the Alto de Lavapatas site at the San Agustín Archaeological Park in Colombia.

Photograph of Lorena (Lori) Parlee and Jenny walking down a dirt road in San Agustín, Colombia. Both women are smiling at the camera as they walk down the street. Lori is wearing wide-leg jeans, a navy-colored zipper jacket, and sunglasses. Jenny is wearing wide-leg jeans, a button-up jean shirt, and brown shoes.

Photograph of the main statue at the Alto de las Piedras Archaeological Park (Arqueológico Alto De Las Piedras Park) in the Huila Department, Colombia. The statue depicts a human and an animal figure. It appears to be located near a burial site.

Photograph of a market in the town of San Agustín, Colombia. The market is filled with vendors and shoppers that are gathered next to a building. Some of the market vendors appear to be selling produce.

Photograph of a market in the town of San Agustín, Colombia. The market is filled with vendors and shoppers that are gathered. A group of large brown sacks is present on the left. A colorful bus can be seen passing by on the left, in the background.

Photograph of a market in the town of San Agustín, Colombia. The market is filled with vendors and shoppers that are gathered. Horses and other livestock are also present at the market.

Photograph of people boarding a bus in Bogotá, Colombia. The individuals are waiting in line to board the bus that is stopped in the street. Many of the individuals are dressed in business-casual attire.

Photograph of people gathered near the Las Lajas Sanctuary (Santuario de Las Lajas) in Ipiales, Colombia. People can be seen sitting and standing just outside the church, likely on the attached bridge. Two women seated in the foreground appear to be crafting jewelry for the young girls that are with them.

Photograph of people walking down the street in Bogotá, Colombia. Many of the individuals are dressed in business-casual attire. Buildings line both sides of the street with most containing businesses on the lower level. A few soldiers are standing on the corner of the opposite side of the street.

Photograph of the Primate Cathedral of Colombia (Catedral Primada de Colombia) in Bogotá, Colombia. The neoclassical style building is located in the Bolívar Square (Plaza de Bolívar). The Independence Museum/Flower Vase House (Museo de la Independencia/Casa del Florero) can be seen just to the left of the cathedral.

Photograph of Ruben climbing a fence in San Agustín, Colombia. Ruben is using the wooden posts of a barbed wire fence to climb over while he looks at the camera. Another individuals can be seen walking away from the camera. Two cows are standing on the other side of the fence.

Photograph of Ruben sitting next to a statue at the San Agustín Archaeological Park (Parque Arqueológico de San Agustín) in Colombia. The statue appears to represent a mask. Ruben is wearing jeans, a blue button-up shirt and brown shoes. Other statues can be seen in the background.

Photograph of Ruben standing next to a fence and viewing a statue at the Alto De Lavapatas archaeological site in San Agustín, Colombia. The statue depicts a male shaman, carrying a caiman on his back. Mountains can be seen in the distance.

Photograph of a salt mine in Zipaquira, Colombia. A truck can be seen carrying salt in its bed. The city is visible just beyond the salt mine. A mountain landscape is present in the distance.