Trump Announces Plans for Massive Alaska Gas Pipeline with Potential Asian Partnerships

The proposed $44 billion project aims to transport natural gas across Alaska and export it to Japan, South Korea, and other nations, with discussions in early stages.

President Donald Trump announced a proposed natural gas pipeline in Alaska during his address to Congress, describing it as one of the largest in the world.
The project, estimated to cost $44 billion, would transport natural gas from fields above the Arctic Circle to southern Alaska for export to Asia.
South Korea has confirmed early-stage discussions with the U.S. on the pipeline, viewing it as a potential boost to energy security through diversified imports.
Japan has expressed interest in the project, with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stating it aligns with national interests, though no formal agreements have been made.
Trump claims the project could attract trillions of dollars in investments from partner nations and create significant economic benefits for the U.S.