Germany and Qatar have reached a long-term energy partnership as Europe’s biggest economy seek to become less dependent on Russian energy sources.
German economy minister Robert Habeck has launched several initiatives to lessen Germany’s energy dependence on Russia since it invaded its neighbour Ukraine.
A spokesperson for the German economics ministry in Berlin confirmed that a deal had been clinched.
Qatar says that for years it had sought to supply Germany but discussions never led to concrete agreements.
Qatar says it agreed with Germany that their respective commercial entities would re-engage and progress discussions on long term LNG supplies.