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DR Congo's Plans for Oil and Gas Auction Unclear

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par Human Rights Watch

Click to expand Image A burning flare is visible at an oil extraction area located in Moanda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, December 23, 2023. © 2023 Mosa'ab Elshamy/AP Photo The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo appears to be rejigging a plan to auction off the rights to drill for oil and gas in 30 blocks across the country. On October 11, Congo’s hydrocarbons minister announced he had cancelled the auction of 27 oil blocks, citing late submissions, inappropriate or irregular offers, and a lack of competition. The announcement makes no mention of three gas blocks.The…

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