Two important energy deals were proposed during U.S. President Trump’s trip to China, paving the way for Chinese energy investment in West Virginia and Alaska. The deals would increase dependence between the two nations and enhance collaboration in this key industry as the U.S. transitions into a role as an energy exporter. While the U.S. is in need of energy investment, China’s government has been encouraging energy firms to diversify abroad, in part in order to gain access to fossil fuels. The negotiations don’t come without caveats, which include both practical and political considerations.
