Bangladesh and Algeria are exploring agreements to strengthen cooperation in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), as Dhaka seeks to expand bilateral energy ties with the North African country.
Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood discussed the potential memorandums of understanding with Algerian Ambassador to Bangladesh Abdelouahab Saïdani at the ministry in Dhaka on Sunday.
The meeting also covered preparations for Mahmood’s upcoming visit to Algeria, although no date or detailed agenda was disclosed by the ministry.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening longstanding bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in the energy sector to advance mutual interests.
The discussions focused on potential LNG and LPG cooperation, but no agreement was announced.
Energy and Mineral Resources Division Secretary Md Ziaul Huq also attended the meeting.
