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2026-02-18 20:58:53
[Austria Seeks Energy Diversification to Avoid Over-Reliance on US LNG] ⑴ Austria's Deputy Energy Minister stated on Tuesday that, as the European energy supply landscape evolves, Austria is committed to expanding its renewable energy base and increasing natural gas imports from Africa to avoid over-reliance on US liquefied natural gas (LNG). ⑵ The EU's plan to phase out Russian natural gas by 2027 presents European countries with the challenge of maintaining affordable electricity prices. Many governments fear that under Trump's administration, one dependence could be replaced by another. ⑶ Austrian State Secretary for Energy Elisabeth Zetner pointed out that, given the unpredictable nature of US policy in the current situation, Austria is closely monitoring how to secure LNG from diverse sources. ⑷ This move reflects the widespread desire among European countries to diversify their energy supply amidst energy transition and geopolitical shifts. Austria is actively adjusting its energy strategy to reduce the risk of dependence on a single source.
