Shell reports $23.8B payments to governments in 2025 from oil and gas activities worldwide

Shell plc released its 2025 Payments to Governments Report detailing $23.8 billion paid globally from oil, gas, and mineral extraction activities. The report covers taxes, royalties, production entitlements, and fees paid to various national and local governments across multiple countries. This transparency aligns with UK, EU, Dutch, and US regulations and highlights Shell's financial contributions to host countries. Investors can use this data to assess Shell's government relations and fiscal responsibilities in its extractive operations.