Building a well-connected grid through the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) strengthens regional integration, attracts green investment, creates quality jobs, and positions the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as a hub for the clean energy sector, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said here on Thursday.
This goal can be achieved with the unified effort and political will of ASEAN in harmonizing regulations, financing infrastructure, and ensuring effective governance, Anwar said in his remarks at the opening ceremony of the 43rd ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM-43) and its associated meetings.
"Conceived more than two decades ago, the APG embodies ASEAN's aspiration to connect our power systems, share resources, and build resilience through interdependence. This will enable us to harness renewable energy potential, reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, and deliver reliable, affordable electricity across borders," he said.
"Across the world, the energy landscape is shifting under the pressures of decarbonization, supply security and affordability. For ASEAN, home to 680 million people and among the fastest-growing economies, this transformation must be managed responsibly and collectively," Anwar said.
"I therefore call on all member states to redouble our efforts: accelerate interconnection projects, align regulatory frameworks, and deepen public-private collaboration," he added.
Editor:Leo
