Korean battery makers rethink Europe strategy as China gains ground
With Chinese suppliers nearing 60% market share, Korean battery trio shifts toward mass-market chemistries, region-specific products to stay competitive.
Energy
Russian President Putin meets Indonesian counterpart Prabowo to discuss military and energy ties, wheat exports
It was the second time the pair had met this year in Russia, as President Putin courts President Prabowo, the leader of the world's fourth most populous country, to build stronger…
Pakistan to sell excess gas in international markets from January 1: petroleum minister
Petroleum Minister Malik’s statement during a press conference in Lahore came months after it was reported that Pakistan was exploring ways to sell excess LNG cargoes amid a gas…
Russian President Putin defends energy ties with India, says ready to discuss issue with US counterpart Trump
President Putin stressed that Russia had already developed solid and efficient energy ties with India before the war in Ukraine.
UK, Taiwan, Vietnam eye Indonesia’s upcoming oil and gas bids
The push follows the launch of an expansive exploration program on Nov. 25, which offers 75 potential oil and gas blocks for the 2025-2027 period.
China leads across the board in global EV race
Electrification, AI systems, and charging networks give the nation's automakers a growing edge over international rivals.
Dhaka to import 20MW more from Nepal, taking total to 60MW
Joint meeting gives nod to set up expert panel to assess 683MW Sunkoshi III project and fast-track investment procedures.
Petrol-powered motorbikes to be banned during certain hours within urban centre of Hanoi from July 2026
In low-emission zones, gasoline-powered motorbikes and scooters will be banned from circulating depending on time frames or areas; vehicles operating on application platforms will…
Still waters, drowned lands: Hydroelectric dam devastates wildlife, livelihoods in Indonesia
The Indonesian government has rallied its forces to wage war against coal, forging a path toward green energy. However, there are concerns regarding the potential negative impacts…
Chinese President Xi calls for consolidating Sino-Russian partnership in energy
President Xi expressed China's readiness to work with Russia to promote the establishment of a fairer, just, balanced, and inclusive global energy governance system, thereby…