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LNG shipments from Aramco Trading Singapore.

The energy ministry informed the committee that the BPC’s regular suppliers are struggling to deliver fuel within the stipulated timeframe, disrupting the country’s import schedule.

The situation surrounding fuel procurement has become increasingly challenging.

In this context, the ministry emphasised the need to diversify import sources to ensure energy security and maintain a stable fuel supply.

Several fuel-exporting countries have also curtailed supplies, further tightening the global market and complicating Bangladesh’s import efforts.

Meanwhile, disruptions in LNG exports from Qatar and Oman have pushed up gas prices in Europe, increasing demand for alternative liquid fuels and adding further pressure on global oil prices.