Ukraine has expressed interest in importing liquefied natural gas from Mozambique as ongoing conflict continues to damage its energy infrastructure.
President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed the plan after holding talks with Mozambican leader Daniel Chapo. Following the discussion, Zelensky said Ukraine could support Mozambique in tackling security challenges in exchange for gas supplies.
“Ukraine is interested in additional energy supplies, while Mozambique is interested in our experience and technologies to strengthen internal security,” Zelensky stated.
Ukraine’s energy sector has been severely impacted since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, with repeated strikes damaging key gas production facilities. Officials say the country has lost nearly half of its domestic gas output over the past four years.
Meanwhile, Mozambique is emerging as a major gas exporter, with large-scale projects led by companies such as TotalEnergies and Eni expected to boost production. The country has also been dealing with a jihadist insurgency since 2017, particularly in its gas-rich northern regions.
The potential partnership highlights a growing exchange of resources and expertise, as both nations seek to address critical challenges—Ukraine in energy security, and Mozambique in internal stability.
