"We still get a whole lot of LNG via Russia, from Russia," she said in a phone call with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. "And why not replace it with American LNG, which is cheaper, and brings down our energy prices?"

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggesting replacing Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) with U.S. exports in a phone conversation with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Nov. 8.

Von der Leyen spoke with Trump three days after his victory in the Nov. 5 presidential election.

Replacing Europe’s supplies of Russian LNG was “one of the topics” the two leaders discussed, von der Leyen told reporters in Budapest.

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The European Union imposed its first major restrictions on Russian gas, including LNG, in its 14th sanctions package in June. Russia still remains Europe’s second-largest importer of LNG, after the U.S.

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  • lennybird@lemmy.worldEnglish
    141·
    2 months ago

    It’s simply a strategic move to cater to Trump’s ego.

    It’s actually genius. Make Trump look good, tie US closer to Europe while unshackling from Russia.

    Appealing to Trump’s ego is the only way allies will survive. And if Trump ever leaves office, it’s still good news if Dems get back in.

    The actual logistical process of getting away from LNG is probably more monumental than is feasible in the near-term.

    • GiddyGap@lemm.eeEnglish
      86·
      2 months ago

      Appealing to Trump’s ego is the only way allies will survive.

      Very bold of you to assume that the only way “allies will survive” is by the grace of the US. Shit Americans say.

        • GiddyGap@lemm.eeEnglish
          53·
          2 months ago

          I’m American, but I try not to say shit like that because it’s not true.

          • lennybird@lemmy.worldEnglish
            47·
            2 months ago

            That in no way precludes one from being a tanky, but let’s explore:

            • As if their defense wasn’t heavily reliant upon the US umbrella and budget that dwarfs their capability
            • As if we didn’t bail them the fuck out in WWII.
            • As if this very fucking action by the EU isn’t proof of that, itself.

            God, I can’t believe you actually got me defending our own military industrial complex. But hey, I really hope you prove me wrong for their sake.

            • GiddyGap@lemm.eeEnglish
              45·
              2 months ago

              Yeah, the “me big strong American man” response. What else is new…

                • GiddyGap@lemm.eeEnglish
                  24·
                  2 months ago

                  Your standpoint is toxic. Doesn’t deserve any real consideration.

              • extremeboredom@lemmy.worldEnglish
                22·
                2 months ago

                Lmao of course this is all you’ve got in response. This is why people don’t take you seriously.

                • GiddyGap@lemm.eeEnglish
                  22·
                  2 months ago

                  Toxic masculinity doesn’t deserve a real response. They’ll just respond with another caveman answer. Seen it a hundred times before.