The Italian government concluded, Thursday, April 21, in Brazzaville, an agreement to supply gas from the Congo, in order to be less dependent on Russia, which invaded Ukraine. A war that Rome condemns.
With our correspondent in Brazzaville, Loicia Martial
The letter of understanding between the Republic of Congo and the Italian oil company Eni for the production and export of natural gas, as well as for energy transition initiatives in the Republic of Congo was signed by Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua, Minister Congolese Hydrocarbons, and Claudio Descalzi, managing director of the Eni group. Italian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Luigi Di Maio attended the signing of this agreement which he describes as ” crucial “.
Volume of gas not specified
” Russian aggression at the expense of Ukraine, towards which we express condemnation, has made even more urgent than ever the need to diversify Italian sources of supply. “, he explains. The quantities of gas to be produced in Congo and exported to Italy were not specified to the press.
Congo and Italy also signed a declaration of understanding on cooperation in the field of energy. Jean-Claude Gakosso, Congolese Minister of Foreign Affairs, explains: It is said that the modern economy is essentially energy. The battles of modern times are essentially around energy issues. »
” Together »
” Today the Congo and Italy confirm that they are on the right track, working hand in hand in the search for and production of oil, but also gas. “, notes the head of Congolese diplomacy. Before the Congo, Italy signed similar agreements with other African countries, including Algeria and Angola.
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