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April 15, 2026
Thailand, Taiwan align in EV supply chain as AI-defined vehicles reshape industry
As AI-defined vehicles reshape the automotive industry, Thailand's assembly scale and 850,000-strong workforce are aligning with Taiwan's software and integration strengths.
April 13, 2026Q&A: As Thailand bets on EVs, what will happen to the spent batteries?
In 2020, Thai authorities announced that they would endeavour to make Thailand a regional electric vehicle (EV) hub in just five years. True enough, by 2025, Chinese EV manufacturing companies had made the country a solid base. This was epitomised by BYD
April 02, 2026Fuel shock drives EV surge across Asia-Pacific, Thailand commercial uptake set to rise
Thailand's BEV market is on track for 120,000 units in 2026 as fuel volatility accelerates commercial EV adoption. Chinese manufacturers intensify Southeast Asia push.
April 01, 2026Vingroup seeks exit from $6.8 billion LNG project as energy risks escalate
Vietnam’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) power project is facing a potential halt, as conglomerate Vingroup moves to abandon its development in favor of renewable energy and battery storage, citing mounting financial risks for both the company and th
March 30, 2026From cost pressures to clean power: Thai businesses rethink energy strategy
As fuel and electricity prices climb, businesses across Thailand are reassessing their energy strategies, stepping up investments in rooftop solar, electrifying transport fleets, and improving energy efficiency.
March 30, 2026ASEAN Weekly: Philippines declares energy emergency; Thailand warns of power price surge
This week in ASEAN sustainability developments reflect rising energy risks and policy responses to volatile fuel markets. The Philippines has declared a nationwide energy emergency as potential fuel shortages threaten aviation and transport operations.
March 27, 2026Are electric vehicles a green window of opportunity for ASEAN countries?
EV-related industries hold out substantial promise, but ASEAN countries must be clear-eyed about the opportunities, complexities, and risks.
March 24, 2026Iran war: Will helium shortage, high oil prices reshape EV outlook?
The Middle East conflict has triggered a shortage of helium—a byproduct of natural gas—raising concerns among global automakers over potential disruptions to semiconductor manufacturing and higher vehicle production costs.
March 24, 2026What local costs lie behind Indonesia’s big EV dreams?
Two upcoming projects aim to push the country’s EV industry forward – but without changes to the law, experts fear they could perpetuate local harms.
March 23, 2026Iran war: Indonesia eyes solar-powered EV shift to hedge oil price volatility
Volatile global oil prices triggered by Middle East tensions have reignited discussions in Indonesia over electrifying its transport sector. President Prabowo Subianto said on March 19 that the country would move toward solar-powered electric mobility.