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Trump says Taiwan agreed to buy 30% of Alaska LNG output for 20 years
Trump announces Taiwan's 20-year commitment to buy 30% of Alaska LNG output.
Context
What happened: Trump said Taiwan agreed to buy 30% of Alaska LNG output for 20 years. Taiwan's state energy firm CPC Corp signed an agreement with Alaska Gasline Development Corp last year to purchase LNG and invest in the pipeline project.
Key numbers: 30% of Alaska LNG output, 20 years.
Why it matters: The deal ties Taiwan's state energy firm to the Alaska pipeline project through both purchases and investment, extending its commitment to US LNG supply.
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What changed
Trump said Taiwan agreed to buy 30% of Alaska LNG output for 20 years. Taiwan's state energy firm CPC Corp signed an agreement with Alaska Gasline Development Corp last year to purchase LNG and invest in the pipeline project.
Why it matters
The deal ties Taiwan's state energy firm to the Alaska pipeline project through both purchases and investment, extending its commitment to US LNG supply.