Nepal’s household biogas dream is quietly collapsing
Study finds half of household plants in disuse nationwide, turning decades of investment into stranded public assets.
Energy
Thai energy ministry tightens security at key infrastructure, says supply stable
The Energy Ministry has tightened security at critical energy sites, including offshore petroleum platforms in the Gulf of Thailand, power plants and other energy infrastructure,…
Vietnam, Singapore seek stronger ties, coordination on regional challenges
The two sides expressed satisfaction with the positive development of Vietnam–Singapore relations since their elevation to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Bangladesh to boost LNG imports on lower global prices
Falling spot prices and weak demand in Asia prompt Dhaka to look beyond its initial import plan for this year. The authorities are considering importing even more as international…
Pakistan seeks oil deal with Russia as energy ministries hold talks
Pakistan has stepped up engagement with Russia in recent years as Moscow sought new energy markets after Western sanctions over Ukraine, and Islamabad looked to lower import…
Life in the dark: Residents in Indonesia’s Northern Sumatra wait for a flicker of hope
State electricity company PLN faces extraordinary challenges in repairing collapsed transmission towers, citing heavy components and cables that had to be transported from Jakarta…
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.
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.