Bosnia firm with Trump links nears Balkans gas deal
Tap title to read story
AAFS Infrastructure and Energy, a little-known company registered in Sarajevo, is close to securing contracts worth more than $1 billion to build and operate a fossil-gas pipeline across the Balkans. The pipeline would carry U.S.-shipped gas aimed at reducing regional dependence on Russian energy. AAFS has attracted scrutiny because its representatives include a Washington lawyer who has worked for the Trump family and the brother of a former U.S. national security adviser, both involved in efforts to challenge the 2020 U.S. election results. Bosnian officials call the project strategically important, and a formal investigation into the deal and its policy implications is under way.
More context
Timeline
- 2020 Trump-linked figures contest election results
- Post-2020 Lawyer, adviser’s brother represent AAFS
- Recent months AAFS pursues Balkans pipeline concession
- Recently Bosnian officials label project critical infrastructure
- Recently Leaked documents highlight energy influence struggle
- Recently Scrutiny grows over AAFS selection process
- Currently Formal investigation examines policy, commercial links
- To date AAFS issues no qualification statement
Why it matters
This deal could shift the balance of energy power in the Balkans, impacting global gas prices. If you're invested in energy stocks or ETFs, keep an eye on this. It's also a reminder to check if your investments align with your views on fossil fuels and election integrity.
JQJO Editorial Desk · Human reviewed · AI assisted. Report a correction.
