特朗普背弃承诺，美国已经无需急于补充SPR？

Core Viewpoint - The recent budget signed by President Trump reduces funding for the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR), raising questions about the necessity of maintaining the SPR given the current energy landscape [1][4]. Group 1: SPR Overview - The U.S. SPR is the largest emergency oil reserve globally, capable of storing 714 million barrels, equivalent to 35 days of U.S. oil consumption. As of July 4, 2023, the reserve held only 403 million barrels, significantly below the record level of 727 million barrels in 2010 [1][4]. - The SPR was established in 1975 in response to the 1973 oil embargo, aimed at addressing supply disruptions and ensuring energy security [4][5]. Group 2: Recent Developments - In 2022, President Biden sold 180 million barrels from the SPR to alleviate rising oil prices, reducing the reserve to a 40-year low of 347 million barrels [4]. - The recent budget cuts for SPR funding from $1.3 billion to $171 million for 2025-2029 indicate a shift in priorities, with an additional $218 million allocated for maintenance [4]. Group 3: Future Outlook - The U.S. is projected to become a net exporter of crude oil and refined products, with record production expected to reach 13.5 million barrels per day by 2025, reducing the urgency to fill the SPR [5][8]. - Despite being a net exporter, the U.S. still imports significant amounts of crude oil, primarily due to quality requirements, with imports expected to reach 6.6 million barrels per day in 2024 [8]. - The SPR remains a critical tool for national security and foreign policy, serving as a deterrent against oil import disruptions [8].