Germany’s Cabinet eyes to discuss LNG supplies from Canada

A source in Germany’s Cabinet has said that Germany does not hope for the supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Canada in the next one or two years and intends to discuss such supplies in the medium term.

“Energy resources from Canada are a medium-term solution. Germany expressed a desire to cooperate with Canada on LNG supplies, however, it does not expect any agreements during Scholz's visit,” TASS reports referring to the message made at a briefing in Berlin on the eve of the visit of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to Canada.

A source in the German government noted that the Siemens Energy company’s turbine, which is necessary for the full operation of the Nord Stream gas pipeline, “can be supplied at any time”.

Scholz will visit Canada from August 21 to 23. During the visit, he will be accompanied by Vice-Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action Robert Habeck and other members of the delegation.

The German chancellor intends to visit Montreal, Toronto and Stephenville. He is also expected to meet with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

The German government plans to expand its energy partnership with Canada to reduce dependence on Russian gas supplies.