The Maurel & Prom Group (“M&P”) confirms discussions were held last week between the management of M&P Gabon and the representatives of local communities around the Ezanga permits following their demands in terms of employment and economic benefits.

These discussions took place with the support of the Gabonese authorities and quickly resulted in an agreement whereby expansions of existing ESG programmes will be reviewed and proposed in the upcoming weeks.

It is worth highlighting that production was not affected at any time.

Separately, the approval process for the acquisition of Assala is currently underway with the Ministries of Oil and Economy of Gabon, as well as with CEMAC.

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