Core Points - The framework agreement between the U.S. and the EU includes a commitment from the EU to significantly increase energy imports from the U.S., aiming for $250 billion annually over three years, which is deemed unrealistic [1][6] - The EU's current energy imports from the U.S. are far below the target, with 2024 figures showing a total value of approximately $645.5 billion, only 26% of the target [3][6] - The U.S. energy exports in 2024, including crude oil, LNG, and metallurgical coal, total approximately $1,658 billion, indicating that even if the EU purchased all U.S. energy, it would still fall short of the $250 billion goal [4][5][6] Group 1 - The agreement imposes a 15% tariff on EU goods imported to the U.S. while emphasizing the EU's commitment to increase energy imports from the U.S. [1] - The EU imported 5.73 million barrels of crude oil from the U.S. in 2024, valued at about $40.1 billion, and 8.268 million tons of LNG, costing approximately $512.6 billion [3] - The total value of U.S. energy exports to the EU in 2024, including metallurgical coal, is significantly lower than the target, raising questions about the feasibility of the agreement [6] Group 2 - The U.S. exported 1.45 billion barrels of crude oil in 2024, valued at $101.5 billion, and 8.705 million tons of LNG, valued at approximately $540 billion [4] - The agreement may include nuclear fuel and refined products, but even with these additions, the total value remains insufficient to meet the $250 billion target [6] - The unrealistic nature of the $250 billion commitment raises concerns about the motivations behind the agreement and the potential for future negotiations [7]
美欧能源协议:一个“完全不现实”的承诺!
Jin Shi Shu Ju·2025-07-28 08:06