Accelerating ASEAN''s energy transition in the power sector through
Faced with energy transition objectives, the ten countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have technology options to decarbonize power sector. This study
ASEAN Power Grid
Strengthened cross-border interconnections allow countries to tap into ASEAN''s renewable potential of 8,119 GW of solar and 342 GW of wind capacity, supporting the regional goal of 23% renewable
How ASEAN can thrive through innovation and collaboration
The resilience of ASEAN depends on investing in innovation, digital transformation and advanced manufacturing, as well as deepening regional cooperation.
What we''ve achieved and the challenges ahead – 50 years of ASEAN
East Asia has been transformed by the achievements of ASEAN, and yet the greatest challenges still lie ahead.
Future Development of ASEAN Power Grid: Innovation,
To achieve the full potential of the ASEAN Power Grid, the development of the power generation mix, technological innovations and transmission technologies are needed to be well embedded in the joint
ASEAN will drive global growth. Here''s how to unleash it
By 2030, ASEAN''s digital economy is expected to more than double to $560 billion. But obstacles in the region remain, such as funding for small businesses.
What ASEAN offers the world in the Intelligent Age
ASEAN leads in the Intelligent Age with innovation, sustainability and regional stability, driving digital growth, climate action and global collaboration.
ADB Launches New Trust Fund to Accelerate Progress on ASEAN
The ASEAN Power Grid will help to unlock access to reliable and affordable power supply, including renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower. ADB has pledged up to $10
6 questions for ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn
ASEAN has emerged as a major economic and political bloc. At Davos 2025, ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn detailed opportunities and challenges for the region.
Why ASEAN''s new Digital Economy Framework Agreement is a game
The ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) is a new strategic roadmap for the region to address the complexities and opportunities of the digital economy. The world''s first
ASEAN is turning global tensions into regional opportunities
ASEAN is leveraging global uncertainty into strategic advantage. In a time of global fragmentation, ASEAN stands out as a rare economic bright spot. What we are seeing in ASEAN is a
What is ASEAN? | World Economic Forum
ASEAN has discussed drawing up a code of conduct to be signed with China governing disputes in the South China Sea, but Beijing is reluctant to sign on to a multilateral agreement. What
How ASEAN is managing the risks and opportunities
The current period of geopolitical transformation presents opportunities and risks for countries worldwide, but perhaps none more so than ASEAN.
Why ASEAN''s partnership model matters for global cooperation
Timor-Leste''s entry into ASEAN in October 2025 shows how strong partnerships can deliver progress even in challenging times, writes the Forum''s Joo-Ok Lee.