Decree No. 44/2005 on the distribution and commercialization of natural gas. Country/Territory Mozambique Document type Regulation Date 2005 Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Boletim da República, I Serie No. 47, 29 November 2005, pp. 419 (25) – 419 (36). Subject Energy Keyword Natural gas Internal trade International trade Concession Authorization/permit Environmental fees/charges Geographical area Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries Abstract This Decree, composed of four articles and one Annex, approves the Regulation on distribution and commercialization of natural gas. The Regulation is composed of 57 articles, divided in eight Chapters. In particular, it provides duties and obligations, defines maximum prices and concessions, and regulates licenses. Moreover, it rules on health and environmental protection. Finally, it provides applicable taxes, sanctions and penalties. Full text Portuguese