[...] We strongly deplore the allegations made in this publication, which are based on unsubstantiated claims and testimonies whose representativeness is questionable. [...]

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EACOP has a grievance mechanism procedure which is widely publicized to the Project Affected Persons (PAPs) and the wider community beyond directly impacted persons. Persons are encouraged to register any grievances or concerns they may have, and these are thoroughly investigated to satisfactory closure.

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To date, EACOP Project has recorded a limited number of security related grievances. The grievances were managed in accordance with EACOP grievance management procedure with corrective actions implemented. All cases have been closed. EACOP has established grievance management systems in Uganda and Tanzania consistent with the requirements of IFC Performance Standard 1. This extensive monitoring to date has not identified any violations of human rights.

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The situation regarding EACOP project should not be amalgamated with Kingfisher's situation. As the Kingfisher operator, CNOOC oversees operations, contracts, and relations with external stakeholders (State, communities, civil society), aligned with regulations and recommendations of international standards. As a business partner and in line with TotalEnergies Code of Conduct in this regard, TEPU engages with CNOOC on various matters including by sharing its experience in the field of social impact management and human rights, including, for example, investigations led in cooperation with the operator.