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A report by InfluenceMap reveals that Japanese companies, including Inpex, Jera, and Mitsubishi Corporation, have invested over $50 billion in Australian LNG projects, significantly influencing energy and climate policies in both Australia and Japan. The investments could lead to emissions of approximately 290 million tonnes of CO2e annually. The report highlights frequent meetings between Japanese firms and Australian officials, emphasizing the promotion of gas as a transition fuel despite contradictions with global climate goals.