French oil and gas major, Total has said that it would continue with the $20 billion natural gas (LNG) project in Mozambique, despite growing concerns about a wave of militant attacks by rebels with links to Islamic State.

Last week, Mozambique applied to the European Union for support in tackling the conflict in the country’s north region, which has raised fears for stability and security in southern Africa.
“The situation is serious,” Total chairperson and CE Patrick Pouyanne told reporters at an event last week. “The project has so far progressed… it’s a major one for the country.”

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Source: OrientEnergyReview