Trump pressures South Korea on Alaska LNG deal

· Energy · United States · South Korea

President Donald Trump told South Korea to sign on to an Alaska liquefied natural gas deal or "I'll just charge them more," ramping up pressure on Seoul, which remains cautious over investment projects announced by the US president. US Vice President JD Vance said Washington and Seoul still need to "work out" details of the Alaska gas project. South Korea's government has been wary of committing to the multibillion-dollar energy investment amid concerns over cost and commercial terms.

Why it matters：The dispute tests the US-South Korea alliance and could shape global LNG trade and energy investment flows.

Key points

  • Trump said South Korea should join the Alaska LNG deal or face higher charges.
  • Vance said the two sides still need to work out project details.
  • Seoul has been cautious about large US-announced investment projects.

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