The Call for Compensation: Petronas Exit in South Sudan and Environmental Pollution
The Transitional National Legislative Assembly (TNLA) has taken a stand, emphasizing the need for compensating communities affected by environmental pollution in South Sudan following the exit of Petronas Carigali Nile Ltd (PNCL).
Member Aisha Abdul-Salam presented a motion urging compensation for those impacted by the pollution caused by the Malaysian firm’s operations. The call for compensation comes amidst concerns raised about the responsibility for those affected by pollution post-Petronas’s departure.
As rumors swirl about Nilepet potentially taking over Petronas’s shares, parliamentarians like Samuel Lual Deng stress the importance of compensating those impacted by pollution before any new developments in the oil exploration sector.
This motion sheds light on the ongoing issue of environmental pollution caused by oil companies in South Sudan that have often gone unaddressed. With a lack of transparency and accountability from responsible companies, civil society groups and environmental activists have long protested the neglect of safety standards and climate adaptation measures.
The recent announcement of the resumption of Dar Blend crude oil exports highlights the urgency for addressing environmental concerns and compensating affected communities in South Sudan.
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