South Sudan Showcases Energy Potential
At ADIPEC 2025, South Sudan’s first national pavilion signalled an ambitious pitch to global oil and gas players.
Technical Advisor Mohamed Lino explained that the Ministry of Petroleum is positioning open blocks and service contracts as a gateway to frontier reserves.
Investor Buzz on Exhibition Floor
Lino reported a steady stream of potential suppliers and explorers seeking clarity on fiscal terms and acreage data.
“We have already collected a huge number of contacts,” he told journalists, describing the interaction as “an encouraging starting point for negotiations.”
Government Voices Highlight Momentum
Deputy Head of Mission to the UAE, Ambassador Cecilia Nyandeng, underlined how visibility at ADIPEC elevates the young nation’s profile.
Speaking on SSTV, she said investors “want to partner with South Sudan”, calling the curiosity a milestone for a country exhibiting for the first time.
Global Energy Themes at ADIPEC
Themed “Energy. Intelligence. Impact,” the four-day forum gathered 2,250 exhibitors across decarbonization, maritime logistics and digital innovation halls.
Organisers framed the show as a bridge between hydrocarbon realities and low-carbon aspirations, a narrative that suits South Sudan’s hunt for technology-driven efficiency.
What the Interest Means for Juba
Fresh partnerships could accelerate production recovery and offer options as officials negotiate over pending Petronas shares.
Analysts note that broader regional producers, including Congo-Brazzaville, follow similar investor-friendly roadshows, signalling competitive but complementary dynamics across Central Africa.
For now, the contacts gathered in Abu Dhabi represent possibility; concrete deals will depend on follow-up diligence once delegations return to Juba.