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Italy and the United States have agreed to expand cooperation on liquefied natural gas (LNG), aiming to improve supply security in Europe. The two countries committed to supporting investment in LNG infrastructure in Italy and export facilities in the U.S., while ensuring steady shipments to Europe. Italian Energy Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin underlined the reliability of U.S. LNG supply routes compared with other regions facing instability. This agreement follows earlier talks between leaders of both countries and comes alongside Italy's growing role in supporting EU plans to cut Russian gas dependence.
Italy and the United States have agreed to deepen energy cooperation by increasing U.S. LNG exports to Italy and encouraging greater infrastructure investment on both sides. Italian Energy Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin and U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed the plan after their meeting in Rome, stating that both governments are committed to ensuring a stable and secure flow of American LNG to Europe. They did not set out specific figures or timelines but stressed that the cooperation is intended to strengthen energy supply chains. Advertisement
The two countries also highlighted the importance of investment in LNG import and regasification facilities in Italy, along with export infrastructure in the U.S., to build an efficient and resilient system. This commitment reflects the European Union's ongoing policy to reduce and eventually eliminate reliance on Russian gas and LNG, a policy that has been in place since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Minister Pichetto Fratin noted that LNG imports from the U.S. contribute to Europe's energy security, pointing out that transport routes from the U.S. to Italy and Europe face fewer geopolitical risks than supplies from other regions. He reiterated Italy's support for the EU target of ending Russian gas imports by 2027, while stressing that private companies will make purchasing decisions based on competitive prices. He explained that even with new regasification capacity available, the cost of supply remains a key factor.
This development follows earlier discussions in Washington, where Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and U.S. President Donald Trump considered expanding LNG trade between the two countries. Italy has already taken a significant step in this direction by signing its first long-term LNG supply deal with U.S. producer Venture Global. Under this contract, Venture Global will deliver 2 million tonnes of LNG per year for 20 years to Italian energy group Eni, with deliveries expected to begin toward the end of this decade.
Italy's current gas storage position is considered strong, providing a buffer for higher seasonal demand. However, the government has indicated that coal-fired power plants will remain available longer than earlier planned, given regional uncertainties in the Mediterranean. Officials believe this will help maintain supply stability while LNG imports continue to grow.
Source- Reuters
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