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JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and Banco Santander are in talks to finance a $1 billion loan for natural gas producers in Argentina to construct a cross-country pipeline, led by Pan American Energy Group. The consortium, Southern Energy SA, includes YPF SA, Pampa Energía SA, Harbour Energy Plc, and Golar LNG Ltd.

Negotiations are ongoing, and terms may change. The pipeline aims to transport gas from Vaca Muerta to a floating liquefaction terminal, enhancing Argentina's LNG exports. The first liquefaction vessel is expected to start production by the end of 2027, with a combined capacity of six million tons annually.