The Equatorial Guinea gas deal with China's Fuhai Energy has slipped to 31 August, after new Chinese outbound investment rules took effect on 1 July.
EQUATORIAL GUINEA · ENERGY
Key Facts
—Deadline moved: The farm-in on block EG-08 was due to close in July and now runs to 31 August 2026. It is the second extension of the same transaction.
—The cause is in China: New Chinese rules on outbound investment, in force since 1 July 2026, have lengthened approval timelines for overseas projects.
—Who holds what: Fuhai Energy takes 40% of EG-08. Antler Global keeps 40% and stays operator, and state company GEPetrol holds the remaining 20%.
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