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March 12, 2026
Malaysia shifts EV strategy toward local manufacturing as import tax breaks end
Malaysia is shifting its electric vehicle (EV) strategy toward local manufacturing and technology development, as the government moves beyond earlier policies that relied largely on tax incentives to stimulate EV imports.
March 12, 2026Indonesia’s JETP dilemma: Why the world’s largest climate finance deal struggles to deliver
JETPs are designed to help fast-growing, coal-reliant emerging economies speed up their shift to clean energy. Despite the size of this supposed transfer of wealth,the research indicates that Indonesia’s JETP has delivered very little so far.
March 11, 2026Philippines’ stricter oversight reshapes how renewable developers manage project risks
Careful due diligence, trusted local partners, and early coordination with grid operators are becoming critical to meeting project timelines.
March 11, 2026Q&A: What does the Iran war mean for the energy transition and climate action?
The US and Israel’s war on Iran has caused oil and gas prices to soar, with the world now preparing for the possibility of another energy crisis.
March 11, 2026Oil above $100 amid Iran war: How investors see global energy investment
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has entered its second week, pushing up prices of oil, natural gas and other energy commodities. Volatility in global energy markets has raised concerns that the conflict could further disrupt energy supply chains.
March 10, 2026Iran war: Southeast Asia moves to cushion oil shock with subsidies, alternative fuels
International oil prices have swung sharply. After U.S. President Donald Trump suggested on March 9 that the war could soon end, prices quickly retreated but remained near recent highs.
March 10, 2026Thailand tightens embrace of fossil fuels amid Middle East conflict
On March 4, Thailand’s government ordered the Ministry of Energy to secure new energy sources within a week to reduce the nation’s reliance on Middle Eastern oil.
March 09, 2026Regulatory risks slow Indonesia’s solar power export projects to Singapore
Indonesia’s plan to export solar power to Singapore has run into obstacles, with several projects showing little progress since companies signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) in 2023.
March 09, 2026Thailand eyes DPPA rollout, power market reform as new government takes shape
Thailand is expected to form a new government this month, potentially clearing the way for delayed renewable energy policies and a new power development plan.
March 06, 2026Can rising gas prices unlock Southeast Asia’s untapped biomethane potential?
The Iran war has pushed global gas markets back into focus. Biomethane could be a renewable substitute for natural gas, particularly in regions seeking to strengthen energy security while accelerating decarbonization.