China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have reaffirmed their commitment to the “peaceful use” of nuclear technology. The commitment was made during the Second China-ASEAN Forum i…
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Indonesia Explores Energy Connectivity with Brunei, Malaysia, and Philippines
The Indonesian government and the ASEAN Energy Business Forum are exploring opportunities for cooperation in electricity connectivity, including those originating from renewable energy, with Brunei Da…
Commodity Market Report – 24 July 2023
Gold prices traded slightly firm last week as we predicted. Market topped around USD1380 /oz and fell into correction again. This week, we project the trend will trade lower but contain in the range f…
The impact of digitalization on Cambodia’s energy market
Digitalization is transforming industries worldwide, and Cambodia’s energy market is no exception. The adoption of digital technologies is driving significant changes in the way energy is produced, di…
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Strengthens Nuclear Cooperation with Vietnam
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP, President Hwang Ju-ho) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on June 22 with Tran Chi Thanh, president of the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute (VinAtom) in …
The Impact of Global Energy Trends on Sri Lanka’s Energy Market
The global energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of renewable energy sources, advancements in energy storage technologies, and increasing concerns a…
A Three-Way Power Deal With India, Bangladesh, And Nepal As Partners Could Happen Soon
A three-way power trade deal is set to reshape the energy landscape in South Asia, enabling Bangladesh to import hydroelectricity from Nepal through India’s grid, as reported by Nikkei Asia. Off…
Are India and Sri Lanka turning Trincomalee into major energy and industrial hub of South Asia?
The Sri Lankan government recently announced its decision to liberalise fuel trade in the country, allowing Sinopec (China), United Petroleum (Australia) and RM Parks (USA)- 3 leading fuel suppliers i…
Bangladesh widens energy basket–hydro-power from the Himalayas, gas from Qatar on Sheikh Hasina’s radar
Bangladesh was in the middle of an energy crisis last year, with rampant electricity shortages owing to the protracted Russia-Ukraine conflict which has had implications for the entire South Asia. The…
Modi, Bangladesh’s Hasina launch first cross-border energy pipeline
The pipeline will carry diesel from NRL’s marketing terminal at Siliguri in West Bengal to the Parbatipur depot of Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC). Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Ba…