(7.04 p.m.) SITTING OF 24 MARCH 2026 – PNQ – FUEL OIL CONTRACT

Madam Speaker, with your permission, I would like to make a statement to the House in regard to the issue raised at the Sitting of Tuesday 24 March 2026 by the hon. Leader of the Opposition during my reply to the PNQ, more precisely the contract allocated to the supply of fuel oil used by the CEB. Given the strict obligations, as per the contract on both the State Trading Corporation and the supplier, to maintain confidentiality over all documents and information exchanged in connection with the contract unless prior written consent obtained, same had to be sought. I am pleased to inform the House that the supplier’s agreement has now been obtained to share the document as it is for transparency purposes. I am therefore tabling a copy of the agreement between the State Trading Corporation and Sahara Energy Resources Ltd. It is important to note that this Government is dedicated to fostering transparency and accountability, a shift from the previous administration approach which did not emphasise the tabling of contracts for public awareness. The current emphasis on transparency is crucial for maintaining public trust and ensuring that all stake holders are informed of Government actions. Thank you, Madam Speaker.

Thank you so much. Yes, hon. Minister of Housing, adjournment.