Trump announces Alaska LNG project, cites $50B South Korea investment ahead of midterms

President Trump announced the launch of the Alaska LNG project and reiterated that South Korea will invest $50 billion, citing it as part of his trade agreements. He made these statements less than three weeks before the US midterm elections. Trump also claimed Taiwan secured a $70-80 billion purchase agreement for Alaska LNG and will invest $4.4 billion in the project's equity. He separately stated Japan will invest $21 billion in two semiconductor plants in New York, attributing all these commitments to his trade policies. With the midterm elections 20 days away, Trump is emphasizing economic achievements. Analysts expect increased pressure on South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan to fulfill their promised investments.