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Deputy Speaker launches National Petroleum Policy 2025, extending PAU regulation to downstream sector

Policy & Legislation Single source Uganda (national) 2026 (month not reported) Severity: 1/5

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa launched the National Petroleum Policy 2025 on the sidelines of the 11th Oil and Gas Convention at Speke Resort Munyonyo, according to URN. The policy replaces the 2008 policy and places the whole petroleum value chain, including refining, distribution and fuel stations, under the Petroleum Authority of Uganda. Ministry of Energy Permanent Secretary Irene Batebe said it takes effect in coming financial years after regulatory amendments through Parliament.

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