Why has QatarEnergy halved its scheduled LNG deliveries to Bangladesh in 2026?

QatarEnergy has halved its scheduled LNG deliveries to Bangladesh for this year due to disruptions caused by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, which has severely curbed LNG shipments through the Strait of Hormuz — a critical maritime chokepoint through which about a fifth of the world's LNG supply normally passes. As Petrobangla's acting chairman Abdul Mannan stated, 'All these problems stem from the war,' and since the conflict began on February 28, no LNG cargoes loaded from Qatar's Ras Laffan export facility have been delivered to Bangladesh, despite at least 14 such cargoes having transited the strait.

What steps is Bangladesh taking to address the LNG shortfall caused by Qatar's delivery cut?

To bridge the expected LNG shortfall, state-run Petrobangla is exploring alternative sources, including higher purchases from the spot market and government-to-government deals with other suppliers, prioritizing 'the most favourable commercial terms while ensuring the country's energy security.' According to Kpler data, Bangladesh has imported 35 spot cargoes since March, after receiving zero Qatar-loaded cargoes post-February 28, compared to 19 cargoes from Qatar earlier in the year under long-term contracts.

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