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May 06, 2025
Japan accelerates clean energy cooperation with ASEAN countries
In recent weeks, Japan has stepped up its clean energy collaboration with ASEAN nations, highlighted by former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visits to Indonesia and Malaysia on behalf of the Asia Zero Emissions Community (AZEC).
April 22, 2025
U.S. to imposes record-high tariffs on solar imports from Southeast Asia
The U.S. has announced steep anti-dumping and countervailing duties on solar products from four Southeast Asian countries. Cambodia faces the highest tariffs, which exceed 3,500 percent and are considered among the most significant increases in history.
March 03, 2025
Vietnam, Singapore step up regional cooperation for ASEAN’s energy transition
Southeast Asian leaders are calling for stronger regional collaboration to accelerate the energy transition, with Vietnam urging action at the ASEAN Future Forum in February and Singapore highlighting cross-border grid integration as key to decarbonizatio
January 13, 2025
Japan deepens green energy, CCS cooperation in Southeast Asia
To reinforce Japan's influence in Southeast Asia, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba embarked on his first official overseas visit after taking office, choosing Malaysia and Indonesia—two key ASEAN member countries—for his trip.
January 08, 2025
Singapore, Malaysia deepen cooperation on carbon credits, renewables
Singapore and Malaysia announced the establishment of the Johor-Singapore Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) at the border of the two countries. This initiative aims to attract more investments and create more job opportunities.
November 25, 2024
Southeast Asia’s energy transition under a Trump presidency
China’s role will only become more important, but Southeast Asian leaders will have difficult decisions to make, writes energy analyst Putra Adhiguna.
November 14, 2024
COP29 updates: How are ASEAN countries advancing their climate policy?
The United Nations Climate Summit (COP29) is currently in full swing, with ASEAN member states, consisting of developing countries, actively participating.
October 08, 2024
Philippines, Vietnam strive for first offshore wind projects
The Philippines and Vietnam have recently made significant advancements in offshore wind development policies.
July 29, 2024
Mapping the future of solar capacity in Southeast Asia
A look at Southeast Asia’s evolving landscape of solar energy adoption, from achievements to hurdles and future aspirations.
July 03, 2024
Japan to help ASEAN expand green energy through regional power grid
Japan is set to join the ASEAN power grid race. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to announce Japan's support for ASEAN member countries in expanding their power transmission and distribution networks. This initiative aims not only to promote decar