Malaysia and Japan have put forward a proposal to create a new collaboration hub in Malaysia that would focus on technology, sustainability, and energy integration in ASEAN [the Association of Southeast Asian Nations], according to The Malaysian Reserve.
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim shared details of the plan in a recent Facebook post.
He said: “We welcome Japan’s technical and advanced research support, especially through initiatives such as the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC), which will help accelerate the comprehensive and large-scale implementation of the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR).
“Japan, with its strengths in renewable energy, bioenergy, and carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS), has positioned itself as a key strategic partner in Malaysia’s aspiration to become a regional hub for sustainable energy innovation.
“This is the time to build a stronger economy for a sustainable legacy for future generations.”
Anwar noted that the initiative reflects Malaysia’s leadership role as ASEAN chair in 2025, with a focus on advancing regional efforts toward a low-carbon future.
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By GlobalDataHe also emphasised the importance of collaboration between both countries’ stakeholders, noting that closer ties could help expedite the energy transition in Malaysia.
The proposal was raised at a meeting with former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.
The effort is expected to contribute to innovation and greater economic stability in the region, as well as support the wider objectives of AZEC, a regional platform involving 11 countries working on emission reduction strategies.
In addition to Japan and Malaysia, participants include Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
