International Energy Agency chief says talks aim to assess conditions as US-Israel war on Iran fuels global uncertainty.
At least 85 countries have reported petrol price rises since the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel on February 28.
Rising energy prices threaten to stoke inflation and hobble economic growth in countries around the world.
Oil and gas are not just fuel, they are raw materials for thousands of products, including fertilisers used in farming.
Bangladesh relies on imports for 95 percent of energy needs which have been disrupted after conflict in the Middle East.
Several nations, global bodies and prominent groups respond to killing of Iran’s supreme leader, urging de-escalation.
Since 9/11, the US has engaged in three full-scale wars, bombing at least 10 countries under four presidents.
This comes after Saudi Arabia announced the temporary closure of one of its largest oil facilities following drone attacks.
The conflict has already led to the suspension of almost a fifth of global crude oil and natural gas supply.
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