Asean Power Grid

Energy, finance and data are ‘commanding heights’ of new regional economy, says the minister

The bloc’s ability to maintain centrality comes from trust built through overcoming crises together, he adds

Pressure on the region’s grids, governance gaps slowing interconnection, and investor concerns are not separate problems

But coal is growing more dominant, accounting for nearly half of power generation in 2024

Renewables are growing fast, but the region’s push to boost green power hinges on upgrading ageing infrastructure

While constraints remain, a faster pace of implementation is increasingly feasible

The lender expects persistent inflationary pressures as central banks keep interest rates higher for longer

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This moment is a pivotal opportunity for Asean to force a transition from security to self-sufficiency