Background and Challenges

Oil companies play a major role in host countries through their oil and gas exploration and production operations. Their presence can arouse very strong expectations in local communities and quickly change the local economic and social environment.

With operations in 130 countries, we are very aware of these challenges. That's why we want to make our presence a driver for growth and social progress, especially in non-OECD countries, which account for an increasing share of our operations.

We leverage dialogue, cooperation and respect for the sovereignty of host countries to forge harmonious relationships with local communities. We work with legitimate local stakeholders to implement socioeconomic programs, and also aim to contribute to human development.

Commitments

	Developing the local production base and employment
	When we begin operations in a country or region, we do everything we can to ensure that they have a beneficial impact on the development of industry and employment.

	Tailoring and formalizing our community involvement
	The key focuses of our community involvement, which we are striving to make more professional, are dialogue with local authorities and neighbors and partnerships with NGOs.

	Contributing to the development of local communities
	Health care, education and training are just some of the priorities of our community initiatives, mainly deployed in non-OECD countries.