EQUATORIAL GUINEA STRENGTHENS ITS ENERGY LEADERSHIP AT THE 2025 BILATERAL CONFERENCE

Within the framework of the Bilateral Regional Conference, held in Houston, Texas, Guinea

Equatorial has reaffirmed its role as a key player in Africa's economic development.

Central, highlighting the drive to the energy sector as a fundamental engine for its economic diversification and transition to a sustainable future. The conference provided a unique opportunity for Sonagas GE, the state-owned company in charge of the production and distribution of natural gas in the country, will consolidate its role as a leader in the regional energy transformation and the integration of new technologies and investments

strategic.

Since its creation, Sonagas GE has been an essential driving force in the exploitation of the natural gas resources of Equatorial Guinea, using these riches to enhance national industry and improve energy infrastructure. In a global context where the demand for cleaner and more sustainable energy sources is constantly increasing, Sonagas GE has maintained a firm commitment to the diversification of its parent company energy sector of the country, with a view to satisfying both domestic and international needs international.

During the conference, representatives of Sonagas, along with other key players, they actively participated in discussions on strategic alliances, advanced technology and the search for new sources of investment to strengthen energy infrastructure from Equatorial Guinea. These strategic collaborations were seen as fundamental to the nation's economic growth and sustainable development.

The Bilateral Regional Conference was also a showcase for opportunities generated by the growing global demand for clean energy. These opportunities allowed Sonagas GE to expand its influence in international markets, positioning Equatorial Guinea as a benchmark in the energy sector in the region from Central Africa. In addition, the conference served as a platform to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and technologies, which is crucial for strengthening the Equatorial Guinea's energy sector.

The delegation from Equatorial Guinea was headed by the Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mining Development, Antonio Oburu Ondo, and the General Director of Sonagas Segismundo

Nguema Nsue who highlighted the importance of strengthening international relations in the energy sector. The Director General of Monitoring of State-owned companies in the Ministry of Hydrocarbons, Oscar García Berniko, and the Directo Deputy General of Sonagas Jacinto Nguema Owono. Also present was General Director of Gepetrol, Welcome Nguema Envo.

The delegation from Equatorial Guinea was headed by the Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mining Development, Antonio Oburu Ondo, who was accompanied by the Director General of Sonagas, Segismundo Nguema Nsue, who emphasized the importance of strengthening international relations in the energy sector to promote global cooperation and sustainable development. Also present were the Director General of Monitoring State-Owned Enterprises at the Ministry of Hydrocarbons, Óscar García Berniko, and the Deputy Director General of Sonagas, Jacinto Nguema Owono.

The CEO of Gepetrol, Bienvenido Nguema Envo, also participated. With the collaboration of international stakeholders and a commitment to sustainable development policies, Equatorial Guinea, through Sonagas, is emerging as an increasingly attractive destination for global investment. The 2025 Bilateral Regional Conference marks a decisive step toward a more prosperous economic future, with the energy sector as a central pillar in the country's growth and economic diversification.