Malaysia Calls for Stronger Regional Cooperation to Secure Energy Supply

Malaysia has called for stronger regional cooperation to ensure a stable and affordable energy supply while accelerating the transition towards cleaner ener gy. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir made the call at the fourth Asia Zero Emission Community Ministerial Meeting in Manila, stressing that energy security must remain a priority amid growing demand and geopolitical uncertainty.

Akmal said Malaysia sees opportunities for cooperation in areas including methane emissions reduction, hydrogen and carbon capture, utilisation and storage technologies. The government also wants stronger support from Japan and other AZEC partners in technology, financing and capacity building. Malaysia’s NETR remains central to efforts covering efficiency, renewable energy, green mobility and transition financing. 

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The meeting also discussed resilience against potential supply disruptions, including risks affecting major shipping routes such as the Strait of Hormuz. Members explored voluntary increases in oil storage capacity and cooperation on energy security. Akmal said a just transition must balance environmental goals with people’s needs, national capabilities and economic growth, ensuring Malaysia’s ene rgy transformation remains practical and sustainable.

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