Dutch Government Initiates Inquiry into Human Rights Abuses in Mozambique
The Dutch government has commenced an independent investigation into human rights abuses by Mozambique’s security forces. This follows a report of a military unit’s involvement in a massacre of civilians at a TotalEnergies gas plant in 2021. Finance Minister Eelco Heinen has requested an external analysis of these alleged violations.
The Dutch government has initiated an independent inquiry into allegations of human rights violations concerning Mozambique’s security forces. This investigation arises from incidents reported in the summer of 2021, where a military unit stationed at a gas plant owned by TotalEnergies was implicated in acts of violence against civilians, including kidnapping, rape, and murder, as previously noted by POLITICO.
In a letter to the Dutch parliament dated March 4, Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen stated, “I have asked an external party to conduct an analysis into alleged human rights violations by the Mozambican security forces in the context of the Mozambique [liquefied natural gas] project.” The inquiry aims to ensure accountability and address the serious allegations stemming from the gas project.
The Dutch government’s decisive action to investigate human rights abuses in Mozambique highlights its commitment to accountability and justice. By addressing the grave allegations connected to the Mozambique gas project, the inquiry may shed light on the actions of security forces and their impact on local communities. This initiative underscores the significance of upholding human rights in international projects.
Original Source: www.politico.eu
