Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this evening delivered remarks at the ASEAN Energy Reception 2025, where he welcomed the new Executive Director of the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), Dato’ Ir. Ts. Abdul Razib Dawood, as well as key partners, stakeholders and esteemed guests. Dr. Kao also underscored the importance of unlocking ASEAN’s vast energy potential, especially in constructing a more resilient and sustainable energy ecosystem, and reaffirmed ASEAN’s commitment to advancing energy security, sustainability, and connectivity in the region.

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