This landmark collaboration marks a significant step in reinforcing the bilateral energy ties between the two countries.

This development follows closely on the heels of QatarEnergy's prior agreement with TotalEnergies for the supply of LNG to France.

The SPAs, inked at a special event in Doha, mark a significant milestone in the collaboration between the two entities, exemplifying their commitment to providing sustainable LNG supply solutions to global customers for an extensive 27-year period, starting from 2026.

State-run Qatar Petroleum said Wednesday it has launched a drilling campaign for the North Field East Project as part of plans to expand liquefied natural gas production.