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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Mozambique Liquified Natural Gas project

01 December 2025 · Department for Business and Trade

Proposed by Peter Kyle Lab Hove and Portslade

Business & TradeEnergyForeign Affairs

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK Government is ending UKEF's participation in the Mozambique Liquified Natural Gas project due to increased risks.
  • UKEF will reimburse the project for the premium paid, reflecting the end of its risk exposure.
  • The government remains committed to supporting British exporters and fostering long-term partnerships with African countries.

Issue summary

The UK Government is ending UKEF's participation in the Mozambique Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) project due to increased risks.

Action requested

UKEF will reimburse the project for the premium paid, reflecting the end of its risk exposure. The government remains committed to supporting British exporters and fostering long-term partnerships with African countries.

Key facts

  • UKEF initially committed support in 2020 for the Mozambique LNG project operated by TotalEnergies.
  • The project was paused in 2021 due to security concerns.
  • After a detailed review, the UK Government decided to end UKEF’s participation in the project.
  • UKEF will reimburse the project for the premium paid.
  • This decision is specific to this project and made with the agreement of the sponsors.
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