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Long treated in Southeast Asia as a distant or theoretical possibility, nuclear power is quietly returning to regional policy discussions, as the risks of energy shortfalls, price instability and system fragility are becoming harder to ignore.
While overland cables are just as important, the geographic flexibility offered by subsea cables will have a catalytic impact on regional energy transition by increasing the numbers of energy buyers and sellers.
Vietnam’s stalled Chinese-backed solar factories underscore how Global South nations must demand technology transfer and value addition – not just capital inflows – from China’s expanding overseas clean-tech investments.
Carbon & Climate
Three reasons why China wants global green leadership after COP30
China wants to lead the climate agenda on its own terms – exporting clean tech and influence, while sidestepping tougher cuts and accountability.
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Taiwan ramps up circular economy push with new laws, AI and green funding
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News / Policy & Finance
Singapore may slow carbon tax price increases if global climate action stalls further, warns PM
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Singapore can sharply cut construction emissions by reusing existing buildings, study finds
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News / Food & Agriculture
Singaporean, Malaysian consumers left with few sustainable seafood options due to price, limited supply: survey
Weak labelling, patchy retailer commitments and high prices are preventing consumers from acting on their appetite for responsibly …
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