US Support for Strategic Energy Infrastructure in the Indo-Pacific Region.
This act directs US financial and diplomatic support toward building energy infrastructure, primarily LNG import terminals and low-emission technologies, in allied Indo-Pacific nations. The goal is to boost US natural gas exports, enhance allies' energy security, and counter the influence of China and Russia in the region. This involves increased use of US government financial institutions for high-stakes international projects.
Key points
The US government prioritizes supporting allies in the Indo-Pacific to diversify their energy sources and reduce reliance on strategic competitors like China and Russia.
US financial agencies (like DFC and EXIM Bank) are authorized to finance projects related to importing US liquefied natural gas (LNG) and other clean energy products abroad.
The law promotes the export of US natural gas and technology, aiming to reduce global emissions by replacing higher-emitting fuels with US-produced alternatives.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1720
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2023-05-18