UK and Norway take steps to tackle Russian oil and gas dependence

British PM visits Middle East and sets out plans for new national energy strategy while Equinor promises more output from Norwegian fields

Stepping out: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson at the Emirates Palace hotel during his visit to the United Arab Emirates, amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine — Stepping out: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson at the Emirates Palace hotel during his visit to the United Arab Emirates, amid Russia’s invasion of UkrainePhoto: REUTERS/SCANPIX

Rob Watts

London

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Published 16 March 2022, 10:05Updated 17 March 2022, 11:41