Ukraine wants to import gas from Mozambique, Zelensky says
Ukraine has shown interest in importing liquefied natural gas from Mozambique, due to the impact of prolonged Russian attacks on its energy resources.
Ukraine has shown interest in importing liquefied natural gas from Mozambique, due to the impact of prolonged Russian attacks on its energy resources.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky engaged in discussions with Mozambique President Daniel Chapo. The dialogue included potential collaboration where Ukraine could assist Mozambique with security issues in exchange for gas supplies.
Zelensky stated, "Ukraine is interested in additional energy supplies. Mozambique is interested in Ukraine's experience and technologies to strengthen its internal security and protect people from terror."
Ukraine has shown interest in importing liquefied natural gas from Mozambique, due to the impact of prolonged Russian attacks on its energy resources.
Mozambique has faced a jihadist insurgency since 2017, impacting regional stability.
Prior to the full-scale invasion by Russia in 2022, Ukraine's domestic gas production was largely self-sufficient. However, the subsequent years have seen significant disruption to its production infrastructure, resulting in a reported loss of approximately half of its gas output, according to statements from Ukraine's Central Bank Governor Andriy Pyshnyi.
Mozambique is recognized as a significant gas producer in Africa. Current projects involving major energy companies such as TotalEnergies and Eni are poised to enhance the nation's export capabilities. TotalEnergies recently resumed a $20 billion gas project, which had been halted due to security concerns from a jihadist attack.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
