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Panama Canal Logjam Impacts Global LNG Trade
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The congestion at the Panama Canal is expected to benefit Europe as US liquefied natural gas supplies will bypass Asia, making it more profitable to ship LNG from the US to Europe. However, if access to Panama Canal slots is available, it could lead to a decrease in LNG shipments and higher shipping costs for Japan and Korea, potentially causing a drought-stricken Panama Canal to become a premium destination for Asian LNG buyers.
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