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Malaysia unveiled its USD 111 billion budget for 2026 on Oct. 10, which includes plans to introduce a carbon tax next year, initially targeting the steel, cement, and energy sectors.

Singapore’s Parliament on Oct. 14 passed the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (Amendment) Bill, paving the way for a green fuel levy on all departing air passengers starting in 2026.

Thailand’s new Power Development Plan (PDP) is expected to be released next year, with the Energy Policy and Planning Office (EPPO) revealing that addressing the rapid growth of solar power generation will be a central focus.

Mets, the Philippines’ leading cold-storage provider, has signed a renewable-energy supply deal with First Gen Corp., the country’s largest geothermal supplier, to cut costs and emissions in this energy-intensive sector.

Vietnam is tightening regulations on product and packaging recycling, requiring companies to either handle waste collection themselves or contribute to a recycling fund to comply with extended producer responsibility (EPR) requirements.

The Indonesian government is ramping up efforts to develop waste-to-energy (WtE) projects, but several major cities are expressing concern over the central government’s ambitious plan.

Thailand’s energy giant Bangchak Corporation will allocate part of its USD 30 million budget to develop e-fuel technology, aiming to reduce transportation carbon emissions.

Thailand’s new government has unveiled an ambitious energy agenda focused on three key priorities — reducing household energy costs, strengthening energy security, and accelerating the energy transition.

The aviation sector is considered one of the world’s hardest-to-abate industries. With the drive toward net zero, airlines are actively seeking solutions to curb emissions from both operations and fuel.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts a 15% upward revision in renewable capacity growth for the ASEAN region over the next five years.