Bangladesh's Desperate Gamble on Oil and Gas Exploration Bangladesh, one of the world's most densely populated countries, has long struggled with power outages and fuel shortages.
The ongoing Middle East conflict has pushed the nation to its limits, forcing it to take drastic measures to ease its energy woes.
In a bid to alleviate its dependence on imported fuel, the government recently invited bids from international oil and gas companies to explore potential reserves in the country's waters.