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US LNG exports rebound in August on higher output from Freeport LNG
U.S. LNG exports rose to 7.48 MT in August as output increased and Freeport LNG resumed operations post-shutdown.
New Fortress Energy receives authorization to export LNG to non-FTA countries
New Fortress Energy said on Tuesday it has received authorization to export liquefied natural gas to non-free trade agreement countries.
Oil and gas windfall tax rise would cost the economy £13bn, UK trade body warns
Increased windfall taxes on the UK’s offshore oil and gas industries would cost the economy about £13 billion.
China to pitch green tech exports to African leaders as Western curbs loom
China will urge a summit of 50 African nations in Beijing this week to take more of its goods in exchange for more...
Senators want Biden to lower South Korean import quota for piping products
Three U.S. senators urged the Biden administration to lower import quotas on South Korean drilling pipes, citing job losses.
USTR delays final determination on China tariffs, announcement due in coming days
The Biden administration Friday delayed an announcement of its determinations for US tariff hikes on Chinese EVs, batteries and solar cells
US trade chief Tai lauds Canada’s steep new tariffs on Chinese EV, metals
The U.S. Trade Representative strongly supports Canada's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese-made EVs and steel, aligning with U.S. plans.
Nippon Steel, peers urge Tokyo to curb steel imports from China, executive says
Nippon Steel urges Japan to curb Chinese steel imports, as it seeks to close its U.S. Steel acquisition amid rising competition.
EV tariffs could hurt European companies and industry, Polestar CFO says
Polestar CFO warns EU and U.S. tariffs on China-made EVs could harm European industry, as Polestar shifts production.
