Total E&P Mozambique Area 1, operator of the Mozambique LNG project, has signed a MoU with the government of Mozambique regarding the security of Mozambique LNG project activities
This MoU provides that a joint task force shall ensure the security of Mozambique LNG project activities in Afungi site and across the broader area of operations of the project. Mozambique LNG shall provide logistic support to the joint task force. The government of Mozambique is committed that the joint task force personnel shall act according to the voluntary principles on security and human rights (VPSHR).
The memorandum demonstrates the project’s commitment to meeting its milestones in a secure manner, while creating local opportunities and bringing meaningful social and economic benefits for the province of Cabo Delgado and the country.
Ernesto Max Elias Tonela, minister of mineral resources and energy, said, “This MoU bolsters security measures and endeavors to create a safe operating environment for partners like Total which enables their ongoing investment in Mozambican industry, for small and medium enterprise and for our communities.”
Ronan Bescond, country chair of Total in Mozambique, added, “The Mozambique LNG project will bring to local communities, the country, and all parties involved in the project, Total and the government of Mozambique are committed to enable steady progress towards a successful delivery of the project. In view of the security situation in the Province of Cabo Delgado, our priority is to ensure the security of our workforce, many of whom residing in neighboring communities, and of the project operations. On behalf of our Area 1 partners, we appreciate the support provided by the government of Mozambique for the secure delivery of the project.”
