Southeast Asian leaders have agreed in principle to explore a shared fuel reserve mechanism that member states can use during emergencies, including disruptions linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, Nikkei Asian Review reported Friday, citing Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos.
Marcos, this year's ASEAN chair, said the plan aims to cushion sharp spikes in energy costs triggered by global shocks such as blocked trade routes. Alongside the reserve idea, leaders also discussed updating the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement and speeding up the ASEAN Power Grid, according to the report.
He noted energy ministers will now work out the technical details. Officials also weighed broader cooperation on energy diversification away from fossil fuels, the news outlet reported.
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