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TEPCO restarts Kashiwazaki-Kariwa unit after fault
Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has resumed power generation and transmission at unit 6 of its Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant after replacing a cracked metal component that triggered a fault signal.
Vietnam, Russia revive nuclear partnership with Ninh Thuan deal
Vietnam and Russia have signed an intergovernmental agreement to cooperate on the construction of the Ninh Thuan 1 nuclear power plant, marking a renewed push into atomic energy after years of delay.
Swelect, FortifyGrid form ASEAN renewables venture in Singapore
Swelect Energy Systems has partnered with FortifyGrid LLC to establish a joint venture focused on solar and battery storage projects in Singapore and across the ASEAN region.
Free EV charging extended across key Asian markets by Vinfast
VinFast has extended its free electric vehicle charging programme in India, Indonesia and the Philippines until March 31, 2029.
Fuel hikes in Vietnam hit ride drivers’ earnings
Ride-hailing drivers in Ho Chi Minh City are facing shrinking incomes as soaring petrol prices outpace the short-term support offered by app platforms.
Thai authorities seize 20,000 litres of diesel near Myanmar border
Thai officials have detained two suspects after intercepting a large diesel shipment allegedly destined for Myanmar amid tightening fuel supplies at home.
Fuel shortages prompt Myanmar to tighten purchase limits
Myanmar is tightening fuel controls as shortages worsen, introducing a barcode and QR code system to limit purchases and manage supplies amid global oil price pressures.
Thailand braces for higher electricity bills as LNG costs climb
Thailand is preparing for a potential rise in electricity tariffs as soaring liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices push up power generation costs.
Cambodia faces LPG shortage, urges citizens to use electricity
Cambodia is grappling with a tightening liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply, prompting officials to urge households to switch to electric appliances.
Bangladesh looks for more than $2bn in funding to ease fuel, LNG woes
Bangladesh is looking for in excess of $2bn in external financing to help secure fuel and LNG imports, as the government led by new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman moves to stabilise the economy.
Indonesia criticised for low carbon tax as emissions cost seen as far higher
Indonesia has yet to fully utilise its carbon tax as a tool to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, despite the policy being widely used in other countries and considered one of the most effective ways to cut carbon output
Taiwan considers nuclear restart to fuel AI power demand
President Lai Ching-te signaled Taiwan may restart decommissioned nuclear plants to satisfy the massive energy requirements of the AI sector, he said in Taichung on March 21.
Sustainable growth market investor Actis acquires 90% stake in Singapore waste firm 800 Super
Growth markets investor Actis has completed the acquisition of a 90% stake in Singapore-based environmental services company 800 Super
Eni invests $15bn in East Kalimantan deepwater gas projects
Italian energy major Eni has taken a final investment decision (FID) on the Geng North and Gendalo-Gandang offshore gas developments in East Kalimantan, committing around $15bn to one of Indonesia’s largest deepwater energy projects in recent years
US backs Indonesia lithium push with $3.9mn grant
The funding will be funneled into a pilot project led by California-based Lilac Solutions at facilities operated by PT Geo Dipa Energi (GDE), Indonesia’s state-owned geothermal developer.
Energy shock, economic woes test Thailand’s new government
Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has secured a second term, but his new government inherits a fragile coalition, a struggling economy, and an urgent energy crisis.
Bangladesh seeks $2bn in loans to shore up energy security
Bangladesh is moving to secure nearly $2bn in loans from multilateral lenders as it grapples with mounting energy security concerns driven by rising global fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict.
Thai police expand maritime operations against fuel smuggling
Thai authorities have launched an expanded sea operation to combat fuel smuggling and illegal oil trading, officials announced on March 22.
Laos cuts school week to three days amid fuel crisis
Laos has reduced the school week to three days as authorities scramble to curb energy use during a worsening fuel shortage
Jet fuel shortage forces Myanmar airlines to suspend service
Several airlines in Myanmar have temporarily halted domestic operations as a shortage of jet fuel disrupts flight schedules and ticket sales.
Passengers to Vietnam face surcharges amid fuel spike
More than 60% of international airlines have raised fares or are preparing to do so from mid-March as soaring fuel costs squeeze the aviation sector.
Pakistan absorbs $250mn fuel cost to cushion consumers
Pakistan has taken on a financial burden of PKR69bn ($250mn) to stabilise petroleum product prices and shield consumers from rising costs.
India launches carbon market portal
India formally launched the Indian Carbon Market Portal at the International Conference on Carbon Markets – Prakriti 2026 in New Delhi, marking a major step in operationalising its domestic carbon trading framework.
India crosses 1bn tonne coal output for second straight year
India has once again surpassed the landmark of 1bn tonnes in coal production, achieving the milestone on March 21, 2026.

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