Maputo, Mozambique — ExxonMobil is encountering challenges in advancing its Rovuma LNG project, as it seeks to secure backing from the Trump administration, according to Africa Intelligence.
The situation is further complicated by growing security issues between Mozambique and France, particularly concerning the gas development project in Cabo Delgado. José Pacheco, head of intelligence, visited Mozambique amidst these tensions. His visit coincides with the restart of the Mozambique LNG project and the impending launch of Rovuma LNG, which could necessitate an expansion of shared infrastructure.
US diplomat Sarah Troutman, responsible for economic and trade matters, is expected to advocate for US economic interests in advance of ExxonMobil’s investment decisions. Paragraph: The Rwanda Defence Force has been involved in Mozambique’s counterinsurgency efforts in northern Cabo Delgado since 2021. Both TotalEnergies and ExxonMobil, whose gas projects rely on this support, are working diligently to ensure that Maputo continues to fund these efforts. The Rovuma LNG project’s progress is being closely watched, as it could have significant implications for the region’s energy sector and Mozambique’s economic future.
Source: AfricaIntelligence
