Rockefeller Foundation Report Highlights Asia's Energy Gap

Asia is at a critical juncture in its energy transition, with the Rockefeller Foundation highlighting a 'Green Power Gap' that affects 72 countries, many in the region, which need to deploy 8,700 terawatt-hours of clean energy by 2050 to meet development and climate goals. As Asia's economy grows, countries like India, Indonesia, and Vietnam are poised to enhance their global influence, prompting discussions about a shift in the power balance towards the East. Kazakhstan's multi-vector policy aims to bolster its role in Central Asia, especially with its strategic partnership with Tajikistan, as it seeks to enhance regional stability amidst challenges like resource management. Meanwhile, the political landscape in Asia remains fluid, with emerging leaders and uncertain futures, as exemplified by potential shifts in Japan's leadership and challenges in Bangladesh. The region's diverse dynamics underscore both opportunities and risks as it navigates its path forward in the global arena.