Malaysia pledges to boost energy connectivity

Malaysia commits to cooperating with its ASEAN counterparts to push forward regional initiatives such as the ASEAN Power Grid, which is aimed at fortifying energy connectivity and security throughout the region, the country's Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof said on Monday.

Speaking at the ASEAN Green Hydrogen Conference 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Fadillah said that through the exchange of resources, knowledge, and technology, Malaysia can overcome obstacles and expedite the adoption of green technologies in fostering a collective stride towards sustainability.

With the hurdles ahead, from technological complexities to economic constraints, Malaysia remains resolute in its commitment to a flexible and versatile policy framework, he said, adding that this framework will ensure an adaptive management and seamless integration of emerging technologies, propelling the country forward amidst dynamic challenges.

Fadillah, who is also Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, said Malaysia will continue to engage with its key stakeholders and maintain open dialogues to ensure the strategies remain finely attuned to both local and global trends, as well as steering the country steadfastly towards its shared vision of a sustainable future.

On the ministry’s side, he said it will continuously work together in proactive collaboration with an array of ministries, notably the Economy Ministry and the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry, in intricately crafting an environment conducive to nurturing the growth of the country’s energy sector.