Stable, reliable and accessible energy—a reality that touches every facet of business and our daily lives. However, despite the importance of energy to the world at large, growing geopolitical tensions has made it harder for economies, especially fast-growing ones like in Asia, to pursue their sustainable energy needs. Japan and the wider Asia region are no exception to this.

As one of the region’s leading economies and energy consumers, Japan has been active in developing energy policy both domestically and for the region as a whole. Japan has announced an ambitious zero emission by 2050 target domestically. It has, at the same time, launched comprehensive initiatives like the Asia Energy Transition Initiative (AETI) and Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC), with the realization that there is no one “best solution” for such a diverse and dynamic region. As Asia and the Indo-Pacific make up such a vital part of the global economy, success of cooperation, policies and developments is a must for global prosperity.

While much of Asia’s strength lies in its diversity, questions remain about how countries can work together to promote energy security and a more sustainable future, especially considering the challenges posed by the current crisis in Ukraine. How effectively is Japan assisting countries in the region in terms of energy security, technology and financial support? Moreover, how does Japan and its partners realize economic growth while aiming for a more sustainable future? To help us analyze these questions, we have assembled a team of experts to provide in-depth analysis about this crucial global issue.