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Renewable energy expansion boosting rural incomes in India
India’s renewable energy expansion is increasingly strengthening the rural economy and helping farmers raise their incomes, Union minister for new and renewable energy Pralhad Joshi said.
China Huadian reveals candidates for 12GWh storage tender
China Huadian Group (1071.HK) has reached the candidate selection stage for its 2026 lithium iron phosphate energy storage framework.
Vietnam fuel prices climb again despite stabilisation fund intervention
Fuel prices in Vietnam rose again on March 11, despite the government drawing on its fuel price stabilisation fund to soften the impact of global oil market turmoil.
Cambodia Spends $606mn on fuel imports in early 2026
Cambodia’s spending on imported fuels and oils dropped sharply in early 2026, reflecting both market adjustments and growing domestic energy capacity.
Vietnam promotes EV shift as fuel prices surge
Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate has launched incentives to encourage drivers to switch to electric vehicles as global fuel prices remain volatile.
Myanmar residents burned during cross-border fuel transfers
Two people were injured in separate fire incidents linked to fuel shortages in the Myanmar border town of Myawaddy, rescue workers said.
Thailand arrests Myanmar national amid fuel export ban
Thai authorities have arrested a Myanmar national suspected of attempting to smuggle diesel across the border, days after Thailand imposed a temporary fuel export ban amid turmoil in global energy markets
Vietnam weighs zero fuel tax amid Middle East tensions
Vietnam is weighing a temporary cut of the environmental protection tax on fuel to zero percent as it seeks to secure supplies and shield the domestic market from escalating tensions in the Middle East
Macron points to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Mongolia as he stresses need for EU to diversify uranium supplies away from Russia
Emmanuel Macron on March 10 named Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Mongolia as he called on Europe to diversify its sourcing of uranium away from its current dependence on Russia.
Asia confronts energy price shock
Asian governments are working out how to tackle a sharp rise in energy prices and growing concerns about energy security across the continent, in the process prompting a range of policy responses.
Envision Energy installs Philippines’ largest international wind turbine
Envision Energy has marked a significant breakthrough in the Philippine renewable sector by completing the installation of its premier 8MW wind turbine for the Alabat Wind Power Project.
China commits to expanding nuclear energy by 2050
During the 2026 Nuclear Energy Summit in Paris, China officially joined forces with Brazil, Italy, and Belgium, signing onto a high-stakes plan that aims to transform the world’s power grids.
Pakistan cuts government spending, shifts to four-day workweek to tackle energy crisis
Pakistan has introduced a series of administrative and financial measures to manage economic pressure caused by the energy shortage linked to the Middle East conflict.
Australia-India trial shows agricultural waste can cut steelmaking emissions
An industrial trial in India has shown that agricultural waste can partially replace coal in steelmaking, offering a practical pathway to reduce emissions in one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries.
Bangladesh orders universities shut early to save power amid energy crunch
Bangladesh has ordered all public and private universities to close from Monday by advancing the Eid al-Fitr holidays as part of emergency steps to reduce electricity and fuel consumption during a deepening energy crisis.
Mercedes-Benz Korea fined $7.64mn over EV battery misinformation
Mercedes-Benz Korea (MBG) has been ordered to pay a KRW12.23bn ($7.64mn) fine for providing false information about the batteries in some of its electric vehicles (EVs), the Fair Trade Commission (FTC) said on March 10.
Vietnam pushes biofuel expansion as global oil prices rise
Vietnam is being urged to speed up its transition to biofuel blends as rising global oil prices and geopolitical tensions raise concerns over energy security.
Vietnam aviation warns of potential fuel shortage
Vietnam’s aviation sector is bracing for possible jet fuel shortages as escalating tensions in the Middle East drive up prices and disrupt global supply.
Myanmar imports fuel as government urges calm buying
Myanmar is moving to stabilise its fuel supply, with more oil tankers expected to arrive as authorities warn against panic buying.
Thailand considers 10pm petrol station closures to save fuel
Thailand is considering closing petrol stations earlier and expanding remote work to cut fuel consumption as global energy prices surge.
Thailand seeks fuel savings through remote working measures
Thailand has instructed state agencies to adopt remote working to curb fuel consumption as global oil prices surge.
TrueRE Oriana Power snags EPC contract for floating solar project in India
The project forms part of Damodar Valley Corporation’s efforts to expand renewable energy capacity through large-scale solar installations integrated with existing water infrastructure.
Envision Energy raises $600mn in Hong Kong sustainability-linked loan
Envision Energy has secured a $600mn equivalent sustainability-linked syndicated term loan in Hong Kong, marking the company’s largest non-project syndicated financing in the international offshore credit market.
Vestas signs pact with Japan to support wind manufacturing
Vestas has signed a memorandum of co-operation with Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Japan aimed at supporting the expansion of wind power manufacturing in the country.
Taiwan secures natural gas supplies through April
Taiwan’s natural gas supply is expected to be sufficient through April, after the country secured almost all shipments needed to replenish inventories.

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