Trump says Taiwan agreed to buy 30 percent of gas from Alaska pipeline
President Trump announced Tuesday that Taiwan has agreed to purchase 30 percent of gas from the Alaska pipeline over the next 20 years. Speaking at a campaign rally in Wasilla, Alaska, Trump said Taiwan will invest $4.4 billion into the project on top of $50 billion already committed by South Korea. The president was quick...
US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday at a rally in Alaska that Taiwan has agreed to purchase 30% of the gas produced by a pipeline project in the state. The specifics of the deal have not been disclosed yet. Earlier this year, Taiwan's state energy firm CPC Corp signed a contract with Alaska Gasline Development Corp to acquire liquefied natural gas and contribute to the pipeline initiative. Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te stated at the time that this investment would enhance the island's energy security.
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