Burma: despite the putsch, Total intends to continue its activities in the country
Total will continue its activities in Burma despite the coup at the beginning of February (illustrative image).
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The repression orchestrated by the Burmese military resulted in the first death since the putsch earlier this month.
The situation in Burma is of particular concern to the oil group Total, which spoke out after being questioned on this subject.
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About 20 groups were invited by the Resource Center on Business and Human Rights to speak out after several NGOs called for cutting commercial ties with the Burmese authorities.
However, Total has a partnership with the Myanmar Oil and Gas enterprise, controlled by
the army
.
In its response, the French company assures that it will continue to work with its partners and stakeholders, including governmental and non-governmental organizations, to promote a business environment that respects human rights.
The group, which also did not wish to respond to an interview, also says it is monitoring the situation closely to ensure the safety of its employees.
In the country, Total, whose activities in Burma earned it criticism and accusations in the 2000s, operates the Yadana offshore field.
It is from this field that comes half of the gas used to generate electricity in Rangoon.
Total is also present in partnership with the Australian Woodside Petroleum on an exploration permit.
A permit issued for an offshore area where gas has been discovered.
In an interview with Reuters, Woodside said the coup would not hold back exploration work this year.
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