Foreign Minister (FM) Dr Khalilur Rahman on Sunday said Bangladesh has no secret agreement with the United States, adding that whatever agreements exist have already been made public, reports BSS.
"There is no secret agreement with the United States; whatever agreements exist have already been made public," Mr Khalilur told reporters.
The FM along with Prime Minister's (PM) Adviser for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir were present when US Ambassador Brent T. Christensen paid a courtesy call on PM Tarique Rahman at the secretariat.
Dr Rahman claimed that Bangladesh needs permission from the US to import oil under any such agreement are "completely false."
He explained that sanctions on Russian oil apply globally, and any required approvals stem from those sanctions not from any trade agreement between Bangladesh and the US.
The FM also said there are no binding obligations regarding energy imports.
He noted that today's discussions covered broader bilateral relations, particularly cooperation in energy, trade, and development.
On energy cooperation, the minister said while some aspects could not be disclosed due to confidentiality, the US assured support to help ensure Bangladesh's energy security.
Responding to a question about whether the US could assist Bangladesh in tackling the current energy situation, he said the government is exploring multiple sources for energy imports and will procure oil from the most cost-effective options.
India, the Middle East, and the United States remain open alternatives.
He said the government's priority is to maintain a stable energy supply and ensure national energy security by sourcing fuel from the most competitive and affordable options in the global market.
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