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Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy Security Loan Amid Mideast War Crisis

Bangladesh seeks $2 billion in emergency loans to protect energy security as global fuel prices surge.

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Firstpost•21-03-2026, 15:22

Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy Security Loan Amid Mideast War Crisis

•Bangladesh is seeking approximately $2 billion in loans from multilateral agencies to address energy security concerns.
•The move comes as global fuel prices surge due to the Mideast war, impacting Bangladesh's energy imports.
•The government has implemented a three-pronged approach, including securing loans, to ensure sustainable energy supply.
•The IMF has committed $1.3 billion, and the ADB has pledged $500 million as budget support; the World Bank may also be approached.
•Bangladesh, which imports 95% of its oil and gas, is exploring alternative energy sources globally and has curbed fuel consumption.

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