Russia intends to explore gas in the Red Sea

Sudan intends to sign agreements for industrial, commercial and oil projects through contracts concluded with Russian companies as an alternative to Western companies. The package includes exploration for more than twenty oil wells.

Minister of Oil Mohieddin Naeem Saad told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that his country has put the final touches on its accord with Russia to invest in the energy and oil sector in safe areas, the Red Sea and western Sudan.

The minister enumerated the projects that have been agreed upon, including developing hydro and thermal generation in the Merowe Dam project to provide 120 barrels of fuel per day, completing the heightening of Roseires and Sennar Dams, and bringing modern Russian refineries to Sudan in the coming period, in addition to exploring for gas in eastern Sudan, mainly the Red Sea.

The minister considered Russia’s presence in the Red Sea important due to the presence of modern technology in the field of gas. “We requested sending floating barges to the Red Sea state to enhance electricity generation in the city of Port Sudan.” He added.

The minister pointed out that a team from both sides will be sent to strengthen the agreements, and they will be implemented soon.