The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) convened its 48th Executive Board Meeting recently, bringing together representatives from 20 member countries to discuss key strategic initiatives and review the progress of ongoing projects.
The meeting, which was held at the GECF headquarters in Doha, was chaired by Sheikh Dr Mishal bin Jabor al-Thani, chairperson of the Executive Board for the year 2024, and attended by high-level officials and representatives from member countries, the forum said in a posting on its website.
The agenda focused on several critical topics, including the advancement of the GECF's long-term strategy, assessment of the global gas market outlook, and updates on various research and development projects.
Secretary-General Mohamed Hamel expressed his satisfaction with the outcomes of the meeting, stating: "The 48th Executive Board Meeting has been highly productive, with robust discussions and important decisions made that will shape the future of our organisation.”
The meeting also included in-depth discussions on the global gas market dynamics, the role of natural gas in energy transition, and GECF's continued efforts to promote co-operation and dialogue among member countries as major natural gas producers and natural gas consuming countries and international peer organisations.
The Executive Board reaffirmed its dedication to fostering the development and utilisation of natural gas as a clean and sustainable energy source, aligned with the GECF's mission to support energy security and environmental sustainability.
The next Executive Board Meeting is scheduled to be held on September 16 and 17, GECF noted.
The meeting was chaired by Sheikh Dr Mishal bin Jabor al-Thani, chairperson of the Executive Board for the year 2024, and attended by high-level officials and representatives from member countries.
