I am honored to share my thoughts on the China–ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO),an event that continues to serve as a vital bridge between China and the ASEAN community—including my country,Thailand.Over the past five consecutive...I am honored to share my thoughts on the China–ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO),an event that continues to serve as a vital bridge between China and the ASEAN community—including my country,Thailand.Over the past five consecutive years,I have personally had the privilege of participating in CAEXPO annually.Each year,I witness not only the vibrant energy and growing scale of the event,but also the strengthening bonds between our countries through trade,innovation,and cultural exchange.The expo is more than just a venue for showcasing products;it is a dynamic platform that fosters meaningful partnerships and drives regional cooperation forward.展开更多
On April 2,U.S.President Trump slapped“reciprocal tariffs”on over 100 global trading partners,hitting nine ASEAN member states hard.Alarmingly,even the UN-designated Least Developed Countries(LDCs)were not spared.Th...On April 2,U.S.President Trump slapped“reciprocal tariffs”on over 100 global trading partners,hitting nine ASEAN member states hard.Alarmingly,even the UN-designated Least Developed Countries(LDCs)were not spared.These included Cambodia,where nearly 20 percent of the population lives below the poverty line,facing a 49 percent tariff;Laos,with a poverty rate near 20 percent,facing 48 percent;and Myanmar,which recently suffered a devastating earthquake,facing 44 percent.展开更多
Over the past two decades,the China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)has developed into an important platform for China-ASEAN cooperation and helped drive the upgrading of China-ASEAN relations from a strategic partnership to a comp...Over the past two decades,the China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)has developed into an important platform for China-ASEAN cooperation and helped drive the upgrading of China-ASEAN relations from a strategic partnership to a comprehensive strategic partnership.Efforts from both sides have helped build a closer China-ASEAN community with a shared future.On September 24,2024,the 21st CAEXPO kicked off in Nanning,capital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region,marking a new start for a shining future of the international event.展开更多
The“return to the Asia-Pacific”policy and the“Asia-Pacific rebalancing”policy during the Obama period marked the germination of the Indo-Pacific strategy of the United States,and since then,the Indo-Pacific strate...The“return to the Asia-Pacific”policy and the“Asia-Pacific rebalancing”policy during the Obama period marked the germination of the Indo-Pacific strategy of the United States,and since then,the Indo-Pacific strategy has been continuously strengthened by the two administrations of Trump and Biden(Ling,2023).In order to stop China from rising,the United States has been trying to draw the ten ASEAN countries which are geographically close to China to American side.However,due to the different national conditions and the different needs of the ten countries,it is difficult for the United States to keep ASEAN’s attitude towards China consistent under the frame of Indo-Pacific strategy.Therefore,this paper will analyze the different attitudes of the ten countries towards China respectively,so as to help China formulate better policies and find better ways to cope with America’s containment of China’s rise and maintain regional and world peace.展开更多
In Chinese tradition,the term“耄耋”(Mào Dié)refers to those in their nineties,a stage of life associated with wisdom and longevity.As the Bank of China Singapore Branch(BOCSG)approaches its 90th anniversar...In Chinese tradition,the term“耄耋”(Mào Dié)refers to those in their nineties,a stage of life associated with wisdom and longevity.As the Bank of China Singapore Branch(BOCSG)approaches its 90th anniversary,this expression captures the spirit of an institution that has stood the test of time.Since its establishment in Singapore in 1936,the BOCSG has maintained a strong and enduring presence not only in Singapore but across Southeast Asia,serving as a bridge between China and Singapore,and more broadly,between China and the ASEAN region.Its continued growth has been underpinned by the mutual prosperity of both economies and the strength of their longstanding and harmonious ties.展开更多
ASEAN-China Centre(ACC)is an inter-governmental organization co-founded by 10 ASEAN Member States(AMS)and China.ACC was officially launched at the Commemorative Summit marking the 20th anniversary of ASEAN-China dialo...ASEAN-China Centre(ACC)is an inter-governmental organization co-founded by 10 ASEAN Member States(AMS)and China.ACC was officially launched at the Commemorative Summit marking the 20th anniversary of ASEAN-China dialogue relations on 18 November 2011.ACC Secretariat is located in Beijing.The current Secretary-General is H.E.Mr.Shi Zhongjun.The establishment of ACC reflects the fruitful development of ASEAN-China relations and the strategic vision of the leaders of both sides.As a one-stop information and activities centre,ACC is committed to promoting friendly exchanges and practical cooperation between ASEAN and China in various fields including trade,investment,education,culture,tourism,and information and media.展开更多
China and 10 ASEAN countries have fully completed negotiations on the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area(CAFTA),a milestone in bilateral trade cooperation that will inject greater momentum and stability into the ...China and 10 ASEAN countries have fully completed negotiations on the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area(CAFTA),a milestone in bilateral trade cooperation that will inject greater momentum and stability into the world economy.The achievement was announced during a special online meeting of economic and trade ministers from China and ASEAN on May 20,according to China’s Ministry of Commerce.CAFTA 3.0 will send a strong signal in support of free trade and open cooperation,said the ministry,noting that the agreement will inject greater certainty into regional and global trade and serve as a model for openness,inclusiveness and win-win cooperation.展开更多
This article is excerpted from a speech titled“Bridging Innovation:Advancing China-ASEAN Digital Technology Collaboration”delivered at the Shanghai Forum 2025 by Koh King Kee,president of the Centre for New Inclusiv...This article is excerpted from a speech titled“Bridging Innovation:Advancing China-ASEAN Digital Technology Collaboration”delivered at the Shanghai Forum 2025 by Koh King Kee,president of the Centre for New Inclusive Asia and president of the ASEAN Research Center for a Community with Shared Future,Malaysia.The text has been edited for length and clarity.展开更多
ASEAN’s major power balancing strategy refers to the balancing strategy adopted by ASEAN and its member states to seek national and regional security and development by maintaining multi-faceted friendship and impart...ASEAN’s major power balancing strategy refers to the balancing strategy adopted by ASEAN and its member states to seek national and regional security and development by maintaining multi-faceted friendship and impartiality with surrounding major powers.The evolution of this strategy is a process of dynamic adjustment,with ASEAN and its members being the implementing subjects,major powers the objects.展开更多
In September,Hangzhou Lingban Technology Company(Rokid brand)will officially release its latest smart wearable device Rokid Glasses at the China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)in Nanning.This smart product not only carries Lingban...In September,Hangzhou Lingban Technology Company(Rokid brand)will officially release its latest smart wearable device Rokid Glasses at the China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)in Nanning.This smart product not only carries Lingban Technology's ambitions for the consumer AR(Augmented Reality)market but also serves as a microcosm of Chinese tech companies'in-depth cultivation of the ASEAN market.展开更多
At its second edition,the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel,Textiles,and Textile Technologies(VIATT)has once again proven a vital trade platform for the global textile value chain.Taking place from 26-28 Fe...At its second edition,the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel,Textiles,and Textile Technologies(VIATT)has once again proven a vital trade platform for the global textile value chain.Taking place from 26-28 February 2025,the show concluded with resounding SucCess,after attracting over 19,000 visits from over 70 countries and regions.The fair also welcomed 463 exhibitors from 24 countries and regions.展开更多
This paper systematically reviews the institutional evolution of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area(CAFTA),from its inception in 2002 and full establishment in 2010,through the CAFTA 2.0 upgrade in 2015,to the substantiv...This paper systematically reviews the institutional evolution of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area(CAFTA),from its inception in 2002 and full establishment in 2010,through the CAFTA 2.0 upgrade in 2015,to the substantive conclusion of CAFTA 3.0 negotiations in 2024.It highlights the key institutional innovations along this trajectory and examines the structural complementarities between China and ASEAN in terms of clean energy resources and industrial capabilities.Based on this foundation,the paper develops a“policy-technology-capital”analytical framework to explain the transition of regional clean energy cooperation from initial resource-industry complementarity toward deeper institution-market integration.Guided by this framework,the study proposes a roadmap and concrete policy recommendations for regional cooperation through 2030.These include:aligning regional emissions targets and renewable energy share goals;establishing a mutual recognition system for green standards;building a digitalized green supply chain and carbon traceability platform;designing cross-border green finance corridors;and constructing integrated electricity-hydrogen-storage corridors in synergy with the Belt and Road Initiative.The study concludes that,if effectively implemented,these measures could raise the regional share of renewable electricity generation to over 30%by 2030.China and ASEAN would then be well positioned to lead in forming a low-carbon,interconnected,and shared regional energy community,offering a replicable and scalable model for low-carbon transition across the Global South.展开更多
The territorial and maritime disputes in the South China Sea have been a significant and persistent factor affecting China’s bilateral relations with some member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations(A...The territorial and maritime disputes in the South China Sea have been a significant and persistent factor affecting China’s bilateral relations with some member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations(ASEAN).While a resolution to these disputes appears unlikely in the near future,it is important to properly manage differences and prevent conflicts from escalating into crises,which is essential for maintaining peace and stability in the region.Since 2023,the tensions between China and the Philippines over Ren’ai Jiao,Huangyan Dao,Tiexian Jiao,and Xianbin Jiao,along with their adjacent waters have once again highlighted the significance and urgency of crisis management in the South China Sea.展开更多
The 2025 ASEAN-Oriented Standardization Cooperation Forum was held in Nanning,South China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region,on August 27 with the theme of“Innovative collaboration in AI standardization,empowering t...The 2025 ASEAN-Oriented Standardization Cooperation Forum was held in Nanning,South China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region,on August 27 with the theme of“Innovative collaboration in AI standardization,empowering the building of China-ASEAN community with a shared future”.展开更多
ASEAN and China have built the most successful and dynamic model of regional cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region or even the whole world.Both are each other’s largest trading partners.China has maintained as ASEAN...ASEAN and China have built the most successful and dynamic model of regional cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region or even the whole world.Both are each other’s largest trading partners.China has maintained as ASEAN’s top trading partner for 16 consecutive years,and ASEAN has been China’s largest trading partner for five consecutive years.In 2024,the total bilateral trade volume approached 1 trillion US dollars,with a year-on-year increase of 7.8%.China is ASEAN’s second-largest source of foreign investment,and ASEAN is also an important source of foreign investment for China.Pragmatic cooperation between the two sides in various fields has been deepening continuously.展开更多
China and ASEAN(Association of Southeast Asian Nations)have concluded the negotiations for the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0.The recent ASEAN Summit also initiated“the ASEAN Community Vision 2045”,highlighting vas...China and ASEAN(Association of Southeast Asian Nations)have concluded the negotiations for the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0.The recent ASEAN Summit also initiated“the ASEAN Community Vision 2045”,highlighting vast cooperation potential and broad prospects for collaboration between the two sides in green and sustainable development.Under such background,this article issues new areas and opportunities for collaboration in climate-related fields for addressing the“Energy Trilemma”problems,based on the considerations of natural resource endowments and current cooperation status of both sides,in expectations of promoting inclusive and sustainable regional growth while achieving mutual benefits and win-win development for all parties involved.展开更多
In October 2024,at the 27th ChinaASEAN Leaders'Meeting,the leaders of China and ten ASEAN nations announced the substantial conclusion of the China-ASEAN FTA 3.0 Upgrade Negotiations,and proposed that the two side...In October 2024,at the 27th ChinaASEAN Leaders'Meeting,the leaders of China and ten ASEAN nations announced the substantial conclusion of the China-ASEAN FTA 3.0 Upgrade Negotiations,and proposed that the two sides would strive to formally sign in 2025 the Protocol on Further Upgrading the China-ASEAN Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement and pertinent agreements under the Agreement.展开更多
The evolution of China-ASEAN relations ranks among the most significant geopolitical and economic dynamics of the 21st Century.Comprising 10 Southeast Asian nations,ASEAN has held the position of China’s largest trad...The evolution of China-ASEAN relations ranks among the most significant geopolitical and economic dynamics of the 21st Century.Comprising 10 Southeast Asian nations,ASEAN has held the position of China’s largest trading partner since 2020.This partnership is underpinned by sustained economic growth,political stability,security cooperation,and vibrant socio-cultural exchanges.Over the past two decades,the China-ASEAN relationship has emerged as a main axis in Asia’s geopolitical and economic landscape.By 2025,this partnership has entered a more intricate and strategic phase marked by deeper economic collaboration,expanded multilateral diplomacy,and mounting challenges stemming from global developments such as tari"wars and South China Sea tensions.展开更多
Blooming AI Hibiscus flowers at the Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center and commencement of the“AI for All”Super League Competition in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region signal the impending opening...Blooming AI Hibiscus flowers at the Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center and commencement of the“AI for All”Super League Competition in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region signal the impending opening of the 22nd China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)in Nanning.An important open platform for China-ASEAN cooperation,CAEXPO has tightly embraced the new era of AI.For the first time,the entire process of expo organization has been empowered by large language models(LLMs).A new dedicated AI pavilion has been introduced.展开更多
Amid ASEAN’s accelerating energy transition,the Advanced Energy Storage Industry Technology and Innovation Alliance(AESIA)drives cross-border collaboration to address grid fragility,aging infrastructure,and investmen...Amid ASEAN’s accelerating energy transition,the Advanced Energy Storage Industry Technology and Innovation Alliance(AESIA)drives cross-border collaboration to address grid fragility,aging infrastructure,and investment gaps.By leveraging China’s tropical-tested solutions(e.g.,grid-stabilizing storage systems)and aligning with ASEAN’s 2030 renewable targets,AESIA focuses on three pillars:adaptive technology(localized storage for solar/wind integration),regional grid interconnection(via the ASEAN Power Grid to share renewable surpluses),and blended finance(mitigating risks for long-duration storage projects).Key initiatives include standardized tropical storage protocols,training ASEAN engineers in microgrid management,and pilot cross-border projects reducing curtailment.By 2030,AESIA aims to scale affordable storage and integrate emerging tech,balancing energy security with decarbonization.This model bridges technical expertise with ASEAN’s dynamic needs,fostering a resilient,inclusive energy future.展开更多
文摘I am honored to share my thoughts on the China–ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO),an event that continues to serve as a vital bridge between China and the ASEAN community—including my country,Thailand.Over the past five consecutive years,I have personally had the privilege of participating in CAEXPO annually.Each year,I witness not only the vibrant energy and growing scale of the event,but also the strengthening bonds between our countries through trade,innovation,and cultural exchange.The expo is more than just a venue for showcasing products;it is a dynamic platform that fosters meaningful partnerships and drives regional cooperation forward.
文摘On April 2,U.S.President Trump slapped“reciprocal tariffs”on over 100 global trading partners,hitting nine ASEAN member states hard.Alarmingly,even the UN-designated Least Developed Countries(LDCs)were not spared.These included Cambodia,where nearly 20 percent of the population lives below the poverty line,facing a 49 percent tariff;Laos,with a poverty rate near 20 percent,facing 48 percent;and Myanmar,which recently suffered a devastating earthquake,facing 44 percent.
文摘Over the past two decades,the China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)has developed into an important platform for China-ASEAN cooperation and helped drive the upgrading of China-ASEAN relations from a strategic partnership to a comprehensive strategic partnership.Efforts from both sides have helped build a closer China-ASEAN community with a shared future.On September 24,2024,the 21st CAEXPO kicked off in Nanning,capital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region,marking a new start for a shining future of the international event.
文摘The“return to the Asia-Pacific”policy and the“Asia-Pacific rebalancing”policy during the Obama period marked the germination of the Indo-Pacific strategy of the United States,and since then,the Indo-Pacific strategy has been continuously strengthened by the two administrations of Trump and Biden(Ling,2023).In order to stop China from rising,the United States has been trying to draw the ten ASEAN countries which are geographically close to China to American side.However,due to the different national conditions and the different needs of the ten countries,it is difficult for the United States to keep ASEAN’s attitude towards China consistent under the frame of Indo-Pacific strategy.Therefore,this paper will analyze the different attitudes of the ten countries towards China respectively,so as to help China formulate better policies and find better ways to cope with America’s containment of China’s rise and maintain regional and world peace.
文摘In Chinese tradition,the term“耄耋”(Mào Dié)refers to those in their nineties,a stage of life associated with wisdom and longevity.As the Bank of China Singapore Branch(BOCSG)approaches its 90th anniversary,this expression captures the spirit of an institution that has stood the test of time.Since its establishment in Singapore in 1936,the BOCSG has maintained a strong and enduring presence not only in Singapore but across Southeast Asia,serving as a bridge between China and Singapore,and more broadly,between China and the ASEAN region.Its continued growth has been underpinned by the mutual prosperity of both economies and the strength of their longstanding and harmonious ties.
文摘ASEAN-China Centre(ACC)is an inter-governmental organization co-founded by 10 ASEAN Member States(AMS)and China.ACC was officially launched at the Commemorative Summit marking the 20th anniversary of ASEAN-China dialogue relations on 18 November 2011.ACC Secretariat is located in Beijing.The current Secretary-General is H.E.Mr.Shi Zhongjun.The establishment of ACC reflects the fruitful development of ASEAN-China relations and the strategic vision of the leaders of both sides.As a one-stop information and activities centre,ACC is committed to promoting friendly exchanges and practical cooperation between ASEAN and China in various fields including trade,investment,education,culture,tourism,and information and media.
文摘China and 10 ASEAN countries have fully completed negotiations on the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area(CAFTA),a milestone in bilateral trade cooperation that will inject greater momentum and stability into the world economy.The achievement was announced during a special online meeting of economic and trade ministers from China and ASEAN on May 20,according to China’s Ministry of Commerce.CAFTA 3.0 will send a strong signal in support of free trade and open cooperation,said the ministry,noting that the agreement will inject greater certainty into regional and global trade and serve as a model for openness,inclusiveness and win-win cooperation.
文摘This article is excerpted from a speech titled“Bridging Innovation:Advancing China-ASEAN Digital Technology Collaboration”delivered at the Shanghai Forum 2025 by Koh King Kee,president of the Centre for New Inclusive Asia and president of the ASEAN Research Center for a Community with Shared Future,Malaysia.The text has been edited for length and clarity.
文摘ASEAN’s major power balancing strategy refers to the balancing strategy adopted by ASEAN and its member states to seek national and regional security and development by maintaining multi-faceted friendship and impartiality with surrounding major powers.The evolution of this strategy is a process of dynamic adjustment,with ASEAN and its members being the implementing subjects,major powers the objects.
文摘In September,Hangzhou Lingban Technology Company(Rokid brand)will officially release its latest smart wearable device Rokid Glasses at the China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)in Nanning.This smart product not only carries Lingban Technology's ambitions for the consumer AR(Augmented Reality)market but also serves as a microcosm of Chinese tech companies'in-depth cultivation of the ASEAN market.
文摘At its second edition,the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel,Textiles,and Textile Technologies(VIATT)has once again proven a vital trade platform for the global textile value chain.Taking place from 26-28 February 2025,the show concluded with resounding SucCess,after attracting over 19,000 visits from over 70 countries and regions.The fair also welcomed 463 exhibitors from 24 countries and regions.
文摘This paper systematically reviews the institutional evolution of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area(CAFTA),from its inception in 2002 and full establishment in 2010,through the CAFTA 2.0 upgrade in 2015,to the substantive conclusion of CAFTA 3.0 negotiations in 2024.It highlights the key institutional innovations along this trajectory and examines the structural complementarities between China and ASEAN in terms of clean energy resources and industrial capabilities.Based on this foundation,the paper develops a“policy-technology-capital”analytical framework to explain the transition of regional clean energy cooperation from initial resource-industry complementarity toward deeper institution-market integration.Guided by this framework,the study proposes a roadmap and concrete policy recommendations for regional cooperation through 2030.These include:aligning regional emissions targets and renewable energy share goals;establishing a mutual recognition system for green standards;building a digitalized green supply chain and carbon traceability platform;designing cross-border green finance corridors;and constructing integrated electricity-hydrogen-storage corridors in synergy with the Belt and Road Initiative.The study concludes that,if effectively implemented,these measures could raise the regional share of renewable electricity generation to over 30%by 2030.China and ASEAN would then be well positioned to lead in forming a low-carbon,interconnected,and shared regional energy community,offering a replicable and scalable model for low-carbon transition across the Global South.
文摘The territorial and maritime disputes in the South China Sea have been a significant and persistent factor affecting China’s bilateral relations with some member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations(ASEAN).While a resolution to these disputes appears unlikely in the near future,it is important to properly manage differences and prevent conflicts from escalating into crises,which is essential for maintaining peace and stability in the region.Since 2023,the tensions between China and the Philippines over Ren’ai Jiao,Huangyan Dao,Tiexian Jiao,and Xianbin Jiao,along with their adjacent waters have once again highlighted the significance and urgency of crisis management in the South China Sea.
文摘The 2025 ASEAN-Oriented Standardization Cooperation Forum was held in Nanning,South China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region,on August 27 with the theme of“Innovative collaboration in AI standardization,empowering the building of China-ASEAN community with a shared future”.
文摘ASEAN and China have built the most successful and dynamic model of regional cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region or even the whole world.Both are each other’s largest trading partners.China has maintained as ASEAN’s top trading partner for 16 consecutive years,and ASEAN has been China’s largest trading partner for five consecutive years.In 2024,the total bilateral trade volume approached 1 trillion US dollars,with a year-on-year increase of 7.8%.China is ASEAN’s second-largest source of foreign investment,and ASEAN is also an important source of foreign investment for China.Pragmatic cooperation between the two sides in various fields has been deepening continuously.
文摘China and ASEAN(Association of Southeast Asian Nations)have concluded the negotiations for the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0.The recent ASEAN Summit also initiated“the ASEAN Community Vision 2045”,highlighting vast cooperation potential and broad prospects for collaboration between the two sides in green and sustainable development.Under such background,this article issues new areas and opportunities for collaboration in climate-related fields for addressing the“Energy Trilemma”problems,based on the considerations of natural resource endowments and current cooperation status of both sides,in expectations of promoting inclusive and sustainable regional growth while achieving mutual benefits and win-win development for all parties involved.
文摘In October 2024,at the 27th ChinaASEAN Leaders'Meeting,the leaders of China and ten ASEAN nations announced the substantial conclusion of the China-ASEAN FTA 3.0 Upgrade Negotiations,and proposed that the two sides would strive to formally sign in 2025 the Protocol on Further Upgrading the China-ASEAN Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement and pertinent agreements under the Agreement.
文摘The evolution of China-ASEAN relations ranks among the most significant geopolitical and economic dynamics of the 21st Century.Comprising 10 Southeast Asian nations,ASEAN has held the position of China’s largest trading partner since 2020.This partnership is underpinned by sustained economic growth,political stability,security cooperation,and vibrant socio-cultural exchanges.Over the past two decades,the China-ASEAN relationship has emerged as a main axis in Asia’s geopolitical and economic landscape.By 2025,this partnership has entered a more intricate and strategic phase marked by deeper economic collaboration,expanded multilateral diplomacy,and mounting challenges stemming from global developments such as tari"wars and South China Sea tensions.
文摘Blooming AI Hibiscus flowers at the Nanning International Convention and Exhibition Center and commencement of the“AI for All”Super League Competition in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region signal the impending opening of the 22nd China-ASEAN Expo(CAEXPO)in Nanning.An important open platform for China-ASEAN cooperation,CAEXPO has tightly embraced the new era of AI.For the first time,the entire process of expo organization has been empowered by large language models(LLMs).A new dedicated AI pavilion has been introduced.
文摘Amid ASEAN’s accelerating energy transition,the Advanced Energy Storage Industry Technology and Innovation Alliance(AESIA)drives cross-border collaboration to address grid fragility,aging infrastructure,and investment gaps.By leveraging China’s tropical-tested solutions(e.g.,grid-stabilizing storage systems)and aligning with ASEAN’s 2030 renewable targets,AESIA focuses on three pillars:adaptive technology(localized storage for solar/wind integration),regional grid interconnection(via the ASEAN Power Grid to share renewable surpluses),and blended finance(mitigating risks for long-duration storage projects).Key initiatives include standardized tropical storage protocols,training ASEAN engineers in microgrid management,and pilot cross-border projects reducing curtailment.By 2030,AESIA aims to scale affordable storage and integrate emerging tech,balancing energy security with decarbonization.This model bridges technical expertise with ASEAN’s dynamic needs,fostering a resilient,inclusive energy future.
