The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), in collaboration with member states under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Sub-Sector Network (EE&C-SSN), today officially unveiled the Regional Product Registration System (PRS) Database Platform. This centralised database aims to harmonise energy-efficiency standards across ASEAN, support mutual recognition of compliant appliances, and facilitate energy-efficient Read more…
Health leaders from all ASEAN Member States, along with partner countries, convened in Vientiane this week to shape and finalise the Plan of Action for the ASEAN Network on Biosafety and Biosecurity, reinforcing regional cooperation to prevent, detect, and respond to biological threats. The meeting builds upon the ASEAN Leaders’ Read more…
In a major boost to the region’s sustainable development agenda, the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) are committing more than US$12 billion toward green projects across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The announcement was made at the Sustainability and Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 4.0 in Read more…
ASEAN governments are increasingly positioning nuclear energy as a key pillar in their long-term strategy to secure clean, sustainable, and stable energy for the region’s burgeoning economies. This renewed push reflects a growing urgency to decarbonize and meet soaring electricity demand amid climate change pressures. Key Developments & Regional Momentum Read more…
At the prestigious International Travel Expo (ITE) Vietnam 2025 held from 4–6 September at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center, India made a compelling showcase of its tourism potential. Spearheading this effort was the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), acting in close partnership with India’s Ministry of External Read more…
In a landmark development for conservation and eco-tourism, Malaysia now proudly counts Bako National Park and Lambir Hills National Park among the elite network of ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHPs). This announcement was made unanimously during the 18th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on the Environment (AMME-18) held in Langkawi, Kedah, presided over Read more…
ASEAN is advancing environmental cooperation with regional partners China, Japan, and South Korea, reinforcing collective action on climate change, marine pollution, biodiversity loss, and circular economy strategies. This commitment was underscored during the 19th ASEAN+3 Environment Ministers’ Meeting (EMM), held in conjunction with the 18th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Environment. Read more…
As a highlight of Malaysia’s 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship, the ASEAN Green Jobs Forum (AGJF) 2025 took place on 27–28 August 2025 in Putrajaya, with hosting by the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA), support from the ASEAN Secretariat, and backing through Australia’s Aus4ASEAN Futures Initiative. Forum Focus: Future-Proofing Skills in the Read more…
Thailand is solidifying its position as the ASEAN leader in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing with the strategic launch of the EV 3.5 incentive package (2024–2027). This new policy framework dramatically accelerates EV and battery investments by blending consumer rebates, tax relief, and binding local production commitments—all supported by robust factory Read more…
Malaysia is set to host the flagship ASEAN Business and Investment Summit (ABIS 2025) on 25–26 October 2025 at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC). Co-located with the 47th ASEAN Summit, the two-day event will convene over 1,500 global leaders—including heads of state, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and policymakers—to collaborate Read more…
