(Kuching, 17th) The ASEAN Power Grid (APG) is the foundation shaping the future, driving the creation of a more sustainable and resilient regional energy future.
Deputy Prime Minister Dato' Sri Fadillah Yusof stated that the ASEAN Power Grid is not just an infrastructure project; it is a regional vision where electricity can flow freely, safely, and be shared across borders, where the prosperity of one country will drive the development of the entire region.
He explained that by connecting national power grids, ASEAN countries are building the pillars of a truly integrated ASEAN energy market.
“To fully realize the ASEAN Power Grid, we need stronger political commitments, deeper technical cooperation, and more prudent investment strategies. We need unified regulations, to establish an open and transparent market, and to adopt digital innovations that allow real-time regional energy trade. We must embrace not only the physical components such as cables, substations, and control systems but also the 'software' elements like governance frameworks, data sharing, and mutual trust.”
He said this while attending the official dinner of the 43rd ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME) held in Sarawak last night.
The dinner was attended by the Premier of Sarawak, Dato' Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, who officiated the opening ceremony.
Dato' Sri Fadillah, who is also the Minister of Energy and Water Transition, added that the ASEAN Power Grid is built on the unique and diverse strengths of the region, leveraging complementary geography and resources to create a greener, more inclusive, and safer future.
Fadillah believes that the strengthened Memorandum of Understanding on the ASEAN Power Grid and the upcoming ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation 2026-2030 will further deepen ASEAN regional energy connectivity.
“This development will become the main catalyst for the economic growth of all ASEAN member states.”
Deputy Prime Minister Dato' Sri Fadillah Yusof stated that the ASEAN Power Grid is not just an infrastructure project; it is a regional vision where electricity can flow freely, safely, and be shared across borders, where the prosperity of one country will drive the development of the entire region.
He explained that by connecting national power grids, ASEAN countries are building the pillars of a truly integrated ASEAN energy market.
“To fully realize the ASEAN Power Grid, we need stronger political commitments, deeper technical cooperation, and more prudent investment strategies. We need unified regulations, to establish an open and transparent market, and to adopt digital innovations that allow real-time regional energy trade. We must embrace not only the physical components such as cables, substations, and control systems but also the 'software' elements like governance frameworks, data sharing, and mutual trust.”
He said this while attending the official dinner of the 43rd ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME) held in Sarawak last night.
The dinner was attended by the Premier of Sarawak, Dato' Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, who officiated the opening ceremony.
Dato' Sri Fadillah, who is also the Minister of Energy and Water Transition, added that the ASEAN Power Grid is built on the unique and diverse strengths of the region, leveraging complementary geography and resources to create a greener, more inclusive, and safer future.
Fadillah believes that the strengthened Memorandum of Understanding on the ASEAN Power Grid and the upcoming ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation 2026-2030 will further deepen ASEAN regional energy connectivity.
“This development will become the main catalyst for the economic growth of all ASEAN member states.”