From Nepal’s hydropower development policy to Pakistan’s environmental assessments, and China’s transboundary investments to US small hydro guidelines, we explore the regulations shaping the future of…
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Malaysia aims to advance digitalization in Southeast Asia
Malaysia aims to establish and sign the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) this year to promote digitalization across Southeast Asia, according to Sugumari S Shanmugam, director of the ASEAN e…
Pertamina develops geothermal beyond energy with agricultural byproducts
Pertamina Geothermal Energy continues to develop byproducts from geothermal power generation to support agriculture near their operating fields. State-owned PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGEO) conti…
Indonesia delays full implementation of B40 biodiesel
Indonesia’s B40 policy, which mandates a 40% palm oil mix with 60% diesel, was initially set to take effect on January 1, 2025. However, officials have confirmed a delay until February, giving busines…
India’s Ties With South-East Asia: The Para-diplomacy Angle
In the past three decades, India’s state governments have emerged as key stakeholders in the country’s external linkages – specifically the economic aspect. The phenomenon of sub-national units/Non-Ce…
Vietnam Nears $700M Deal to Buy BrahMos Antiship Missiles
Vietnam is closing in on a $700 million deal to purchase the BrahMos cruise missile, a supersonic antiship missile built by an Indian-Russian joint venture. If completed, the sale would be the second …
Sri Lanka walks a tightrope between India and China
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is embarking on his first overseas visit to India, navigating a complex geopolitical landscape shaped by China’s growing influence. Sri Lankan Presi…
Malaysia’s leadership charting ASEAN economic integration
AS ASEAN moves towards deeper economic integration, Malaysia is emerging as a key player in terms of leadership and collaboration. Assuming ASEAN’s chairmanship in 2025, Malaysia’s decisions will sign…
Dealing with challenges of a circular economy
As the world struggles to deal with rising greenhouse gas, GHG, emissions, a new economic model has generated much interest. The circular economy model is seen as the antidote. The traditional linear …