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A study by the International Renewable Energy Agency estimated that ASEAN will need around 29.4 trillion USD by 2050 to fully transition to renewables and most of which remains unfunded.

Jakarta’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 154, placing the capital in the “unhealthy” category.

The meeting reviewed the implementation of Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI) projects and discussed measures to enhance the effectiveness of IAI Work Plan IV (2021–2025).

Malaysia assumed the ASEAN Chairmanship from Laos on January 1. This year event is held under the theme of “Inclusion and Sustainability”, reflecting the country’s aspiration to build a united and prosperous ASEAN.

ASEAN is examining the prospects of nuclear energy as a clean and stable source of electricity, with the potential to replace fossil fuel – based generation sources and support the regional energy transition agenda.

Indonesia issued a decree to reduce the number of international airports from 34 to 17. This move aimed to optimise aviation operations with high international traffic and improve service quality.

Spanish news site praises Vietnam’s historic victory

Once among the poorest nations in the world, Vietnam has now become one of the most remarkable examples of economic transformation in the 21st century, reported ABC Mundial.

In excerpts from the article, General Secretary Lam underlined that national reconciliation remains a “long-term strategic choice” and a “pillar of the great national unity bloc.”

Thailand has solidified its position as Asia’s top ice cream exporter and currently ranks fourth globally.

The co-chairs highlighted the strong and durable partnership with ASEAN over the past 48 years.

Djoko Siswanto, head of SKK Migas, revealed that the two fields are located offshore in the Northwest of Java and are expected to commence operations by the end of this year.