China and UAE Sign Landmark LNG Deal Amid Rising US Tariffs
China has taken a strategic step to strengthen its energy security by signing a major liquefied natural gas (LNG) deal with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The escalating US-China trade war has pushed Beijing to seek alternative energy and trade alliances. This move comes in the wake of the United States imposing sweeping new tariffs on trade partners , with China facing import duties of up to 245 percent . The escalating US-China trade war has pushed Beijing to seek alternative energy and trade alliances. The landmark LNG agreement between China and the UAE not only highlights growing economic ties between the two nations but also reflects a broader shift in global trade dynamics. With the United States pursuing an aggressive tariff policy under its Liberation Day plan , countries like China are actively diversifying their supply chains and energy sources. China’s decision to boost energy cooperation with the UAE is part of a broader strategy to mitigate the impact ...