In an exciting move toward cleaner energy, Indonesia’s state-owned power company, Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), consumed a whopping 1 million metric tons (1.1 million tons) of biomass to gene…
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Setting Up Cambodia for Successful Transition to Electric Mobility
Cambodia can achieve its ambitious targets for increasing the proportion of electric vehicles on its roads if it follows a carefully designed plan to do so, according to a World Bank report released t…
South-east Asia’s turn towards China may not last, say US analysts
China’s status as South-east Asia’s preferred superpower in a new ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute survey is likely to be short-lived, say analysts. The annual survey of 1,994 policymakers, journalists, …
Vietnam’s Richest Tycoon To Invest $404 Million On EV Charging Infrastructure
A company backed by billionaire Pham Nhat Vuong, the richest person in Vietnam, is investing 10 trillion dong ($404 million) over the next two years to build electric vehicle charging stations across …
Understanding tourism earnings for better macro-economic forecasting
In understanding the macroeconomy, carefully hashing out details within the Balance of Payments (BOP) current account is an important initial step. Official tourism earnings contribute significantly t…
Green Hydrogen Production: The Turning Point of the Nepalese Economy
With the global population on the rise, there is a significant increase in the demand for energy, creating a complex challenge that requires a comprehensive solution. Meeting the energy requirements o…
Countries join hands to fight pollution from agriculture
Seven countries have joined forces in latest bid to reduce pollution from the agricultural sector. The governments of Ecuador, India, Kenya, Laos, the Philippines, Uruguay and Vietnam have launched a …
Powering Bangladesh with smart connectivity
Powered by a potent mix of ambition and foresight, Bangladesh is rapidly blazing a trail in the global digital arena. As the nation aspires to become a digital frontrunner with its Smart Bangladesh 20…
How to unlock clean energy in South and Southeast Asia
Both South and Southeast Asia offer significant opportunities for global climate action, with many governments setting ambitious net-zero targets. Solar, wind and hydro development potential abounds. …
Russia affirms commitment to Asean, offers its expertise on food security
Russia has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to fostering robust relations with the Association of South-East Asian Nations (Asean), marking it as a top priority in its updated Foreign Policy Concep…