US LNG emerges as Gulf hedge against Hormuz disruption
The National · 27 May 2026

US LNG emerges as Gulf hedge against Hormuz disruption

Gulf energy companies are racing to secure stakes in US liquefied natural gas projects, using a prewar diversification strategy as a hedge against supply disruptions after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz squeezed nearly a fifth of global LNG trade. Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Energy and XRG, as well as


AI Translated Summary:
Gulf energy firms are investing in US liquefied natural gas projects to mitigate risks associated with potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. This strategy reflects a proactive approach to securing energy supplies amid geopolitical tensions.


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