The decision published on 17 September split the committee six votes to three.
At the meeting ending on 16 September, the majority favoured retaining the existing rate. Three members preferred a 0.25-percentage-point increase to 4%.
The bank judged inflation risks to be tilted upwards amid energy-price pressures. Its statement put August consumer inflation at 3.1% and reaffirmed the objective of sustainably reaching 2%.
The 32-project program includes 15 drinking-water interventions covering wells, stations and networks.
Half-year results show security-related production disruption and a planned PF-2 capacity addition for 2027.
The audited update links portfolio growth, exploration activity and a Block 9 fiscal amendment.
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