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Australian Energy Minister to visit India, Saudi Arabia to strengthen energy security

Canberra, Sep 22 (UNI) Australian Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen will travel to India this week to convene a roundtable with clean energy industry representatives, as disruptions to global oil and gas supply routes through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait underscore growing concerns over energy security.
“Australia’s fuel supply remains secure and our strong relationships with international partners are an essential part of that work," Bowen said.
The Australia Minister will also travel to Saudi Arabia this week to strengthen Australia’s fuel security and engage with international partners on global energy security.
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