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Taiwan Eyes Canadian LNG Amid Energy Diversification
Taiwan seeks to diversify its energy supply by purchasing LNG from Canada, driven by its growing semiconductor industry and strained relations with China.
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Chern-Chyi Chen
- What is driving Taiwan's increasing demand for energy?
- Taiwan's growing demand for energy is driven by its booming semiconductor industry, which requires significant power to produce chips for global technology needs. This high demand necessitates the diversification of energy sources.
- What are Taiwan's current energy plans and import reliance?
- Taiwan aims to increase the proportion of natural gas in its electricity generation to 50 percent, currently importing almost all of its natural gas needs. They are actively seeking new sources and are in talks with producers in British Columbia.
- What are the geopolitical factors influencing Taiwan's energy decisions?
- The relationship between Taiwan and China remains strained, with China's increased military activities near Taiwan adding geopolitical complexities to Taiwan's energy security considerations and investment decisions.
- Why is Taiwan interested in buying liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Canada?
- Taiwan is seeking to diversify its LNG supply and is interested in purchasing from Canada once the LNG Canada project begins exporting in mid-2025. They are even open to investing in Canadian LNG projects to secure a stable supply.
- How does the recent investment pact between Canada and Taiwan impact the situation?
- The recently signed investment pact between Canada and Taiwan strengthens the business relationship between the two countries, offering legal protection for investors. This pact encouraged a visit by Taiwanese industry groups exploring investment opportunities in Canada.