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Workers installing a rooftop solar system.

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On the Rise: Deploying Rooftop Solar Systems in BIMP-EAGA

July 28, 2026

Blessed with bountiful sunlight, BIMP-EAGA has significant potential to develop solar power, along with other renewables, to speed its energy transition.
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Regional Project Management Workshop organized by ADB in Bangkok, Thailand. Photo credit: ADB.

Enhancing Project Skills for Effective Development Cooperation

November 27, 2023

A workshop in Bangkok, Thailand provides project management training to public officials and specialists from ministries or departments involved in subregional projects.

Power-generating wind turbines can be seen at Bangui Bay, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Photo credit: ADB.

Southeast Asia Is Building Back Bluer

November 22, 2023

A joint BIMP-EAGA and IMT-GT workshop lays the groundwork for the sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources in the region.

Malaysia Airlines operated its first flight using fuel produced from renewable waste and residue raw materials on World Environment Day in 2022. Photo credit: Malaysia Airlines.

ASEAN Tourism and Transport Ministers Support Sustainable Travel

November 20, 2023

Initiatives include shifting to sustainable aviation fuel and more environment-friendly transportation modes, such as electric vehicles.

Pela in Kalimantan Has Great Potential to Become a Model Tourism Village, Says UNWTO

November 13, 2023

The village would receive assistance to improve and work on its weak points through workshops, virtual meetings and other initiatives.

Indonesian woman packs chicken meat for sale at a night market. Photo credit: iStock/gamalis.

The One Borneo Quarantine Initiative: What It Is and Why It Is Important

November 09, 2023

Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, and Malaysia will strengthen cooperation in health security to stop pests and diseases from spreading and crossing borders.

BIMP-EAGA Ministers during the 26th Ministerial Meeting in Brunei.

Expedite Implementation of Key Infrastructure Projects, BIMP-EAGA Ministers Urge

November 07, 2023

Integrating the projects into national policy, budget, and programs seen to enhance connectivity and drive economic growth and social inclusion across the subregion.  

Orangutan from the tropical forest of Borneo. Photo credit: iStock/USO.

BIMP-EAGA Makes Progress in Halting Ecosystems Loss

October 26, 2023

The headway countries saw contribute to global efforts to make the planet more sustainable.

BIMP-EAGA Ministers Discuss Next Steps for Subregion’s Economic Advancement

October 23, 2023

Ministers to discuss the implementation of key infrastructure projects, tourism recovery, an initiative to strengthen border health security, and other developments.

Ship in dry dock . Photo credit: iStock/nightman1965

Brunei Vies to Become a Regional Center for Vessel Maintenance and Decommissioning

October 17, 2023

The country is building its first integrated marine vessel maintenance and decommissioning yard at Pulau Muara Besar through a public–private partnership.

Cargo Vessels Docked at the Sasa Port in Davao City. Photo credit: iStock/yullz

Transforming Davao Region into a Southeast Asian Logistics Hub

October 12, 2023

The region is strategically located as a gateway to the People’s Republic of China, Japan, and ASEAN markets, including the BIMP-EAGA subregion.