Trump says Taiwan to buy 30pct of gas from Alaska pipeline
WASILLA, United States: US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that Taiwan has agreed to buy 30 per cent of the output from Alaska’s to-be-built natural gas pipeline.
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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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Trump Says Taiwan Agrees to Buy 30% of Gas from Alaska Pipeline japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
- Trump says Taiwan agreed to buy 30 percent of gas from Alaska pipeline thehill.com
