Energy supply: "The USA have a powerful lever for blackmail through their LNG deliveries"
Germany is increasingly dependent on US liquefied natural gas. But what would be the consequences if Washington were to turn off the gas tap to the Federal Republic? Experts warn - and see a second risk.
Germany's gas supply has become increasingly dependent on liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US following the end of Russian pipeline deliveries. Energy experts warn that this growing reliance on US LNG poses a significant political risk, as the US could potentially use its LNG supplies as a bargaining chip. The US is now the dominant supplier of LNG to Germany, accounting for 90% of its LNG imports, and experts fear that this could leave Germany vulnerable to US pressure.
The situation is further complicated by tensions in the global gas market, including a dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, which could impact LNG supplies.
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