Trump pressures South Korea to commit to Alaska LNG project

US President Donald Trump warned that South Korea could face higher costs unless it quickly commits to investing in a massive liquefied natural gas project in Alaska, escalating pressure on the Asian ally, which says the investmet has not yet been finalized. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Friday, Trump rejected suggestions that he had prematurely announced Seoul’s participation in the Alaska LNG project earlier this week. "I didn't jump ⁠the gun. I mean, they were there ‌and they we

Source: The Korea Herald