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Russia to supply oil and energy support to Myanmar
Myanmar and Russia have moved to strengthen energy cooperation after the two parties signed an agreement.
Indonesia, UAE to expand Cirata floating solar capacity
Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will expand the Cirata floating solar power plant in West Java to 192 megawatt peak (MWp), marking a fresh escalation in Jakarta’s renewable energy rollout
Sri Lanka power minister resigns amid coal import probe
Sri Lanka’s Minister for Power and Energy Kumara Jayakodi stepped down on April 17 shortly after the government announced a high-level Presidential Commission to investigate coal imports by a state-owned entity.
India's March LNG imports rise over 20% despite marginal yearly dip
India’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports climbed to 2.9bn cubic metres (bcm) in March 2026, registering a 20.5% increase compared with the same month last year, according to provisional data from the Government of India.
India looks to spot market after LNG prices dip
India has dipped into the LNG spot market with three cargoes purchased as the Asian powerhouse shores up on LNG after the recent fall in price.
India’s renewable capacity seen at 359 GW by FY30
India’s renewable energy capacity is expected to reach 359 GW by FY30 as the country accelerates efforts to meet rising electricity demand and reinforce energy security.
Thailand reduces reliance on Middle East oil imports
Thailand’s state energy firm is racing to secure supplies as tensions in the Middle East rattle global markets.
Laos pushes electric trucks to cut fuel reliance
Laos is accelerating efforts to reduce dependence on imported fuel by promoting the use of electric trucks, following a new nationwide cooperation agreement signed in Vientiane.
SMEs in Thai tourism face debt and weak demand
Thai tourism operators are calling for clearer government action as rising energy costs deepen financial strain.
Malaysia, Singapore fast-track green tech in special economic zone
Malaysia and Singapore are accelerating the development of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) and deepening cooperation in green technologies as the 2026 Middle East energy crisis threatens regional stability
Skye Renewables secures $15mn to scale solar assets in Southeast Asia
Singapore-based solar developer Skye Renewables Energy Pte Ltd has secured a $15mn funding facility from responsAbility Investments AG to accelerate its expansion across Southeast Asia
PNG defends $10bn Papua LNG deal against $2bn loss claims
The government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) has dismissed allegations that it is forfeiting rights or risking significant revenue loss in the Papua LNG project, clarifying that current marketing arrangements are binding contractual obligations
Bangladesh plans power tariff hike as subsidy burden surges
Bangladesh is moving towards raising both bulk and retail electricity tariffs as mounting subsidy requirements strain public finances during an ongoing fuel crisis.
Bangladesh to import 11 LNG cargoes in May
Bangladesh is set to import 11 liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes in May to meet peak summer demand, with the majority sourced from the volatile spot market, according to a senior official at Petrobangla.
Adani commissions 1,000-MW HVDC link to boost Mumbai power resilience
Adani Electricity Mumbai Infrastructure Limited, a unit of Adani Energy Solutions Limited, has commissioned a 1,000-MW HVDC line connecting Kudus and Aarey.
India to launch 15th commercial coal mine auction round in Mumbai
The Ministry of Coal will organise a stakeholder consultation on 'Atmanirbhar Bharat: Coal for Energy Security' along with the launch of the 15th round of commercial coal mine auctions on April 17, the Indian government said in a press release.
India eyes global clean energy leadership with hydrogen, nuclear push
India is positioning itself as a major global player in the clean energy landscape through a calibrated blend of policy support, technological innovation and industry participation, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said, according to a government press
India’s Andhra Pradesh targets large-scale battery storage to stabilise grid
The government of Andhra Pradesh is planning to deploy 3,000 MWh of battery energy storage systems as part of efforts to strengthen grid reliability, support the integration of renewable energy and manage peak electricity demand.
Paraguay eyes $1bn Singapore carbon windfall investments
Paraguay’s government expects carbon credit investments from Singapore to exceed $1bn, following a high-level diplomatic mission to Asunción led by Singapore’s Sustainability and Environment Minister Grace Fu
Bangladesh RMG output falls up to 30% amid energy crunch
Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) sector has seen production capacity drop by 25–30% due to acute shortages of gas and electricity, industry leaders said, warning that the disruption is undermining export competitiveness.
Vena Energy funds 80.6MW solar site in Philippines
Singapore-based Vena Energy, an independent renewable energy producer with a regional portfolio exceeding 40GW, has successfully finalised the funding for its Astra Solar Power Project in Currimao, Ilocos Norte, in the Philippines.
India showcases 18 hydrogen startups, pushes funding drive
India’s growing hydrogen startup ecosystem took centre stage as the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organised a one-day Hydrogen Startup Exhibition, bringing together 18 early-stage firms working across the green hydrogen value chain.
Pakistan plans evening power cuts to curb surge in electricity tariffs
Pakistan has announced scheduled power outages of around 2.5 hours during peak evening demand to prevent a sharp rise in electricity tariffs, the Ministry of Energy’s Power Division said.
Malaysian solar power provider Solarvest speeds up 6.3GW rollout
Solarvest Holdings Bhd, Malaysia’s leading solar power provider, is seeking to fast-track its large-scale project delivery as the regional energy crisis triggers a surge in renewable energy demand
Malaysia to hike biodiesel mandate to B15, starting with B12 rollout
Malaysia will increase its biodiesel blend mandate from B10 to B15, beginning with an initial move to B12, as a strategic measure to stretch domestic fuel supplies during the global energy crisis
Boiler blast kills 13 at power plant in India
TotalEnergies, Masdar team up on $2.2bn Asia renewables venture
TotalEnergies and Masdar have agreed to establish a $2.2bn joint venture to consolidate their onshore renewable energy portfolios across nine Asian markets.
India’s Sunsure Energy signs trio of solar PPAs
Sunsure Energy has entered into three solar open access power purchase agreements with Wonder Cement to supply renewable energy across the states of Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh.
Hyundai targets 40,000 China EVs to dodge tariffs
Hyundai Motor (005380.KS) is aggressively pivoting its focus to the Chinese electric vehicle market, aiming to sell more than 40,000 eco-friendly cars this year.
Renault plans new EV releases for South Korea
Renault Korea intends to introduce a new vehicle model every year until 2029 and will commence production of its next-generation electric vehicle (EV) range at its Busan facility in 2028.
Kyrgyzstan outlines plan to launch SCO Development Bank
Tokyo island mayor open to nuclear waste site survey
The mayor of a Tokyo village has indicated a willingness to allow the government to conduct a survey into the suitability of Minamitori Island as an underground disposal site for high-level radioactive waste.
BYD sales surge past 10,000 units in South Korea
China’s leading electric vehicle maker BYD (1211.HK) is making significant gains in the South Korean market, a territory traditionally dominated by local giants Hyundai (012330.KS) and German luxury marques.
Adani Green signs JV with UAE-based Minerva to develop renewable projects in India
Adani Green Energy Limited (NSE: ADANIGREEN) has entered into a joint venture agreement with Minerva Holding RSC Ltd to develop renewable energy projects in India.
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