Manila is putting supply preparedness, power-grid links and energy diversification on the agenda of regional ministerial meetings.
The Philippines has urged Southeast Asian countries to coordinate energy policy more closely amid disruptions and uncertainty in global markets linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Manila will host the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting on October 7–8, the regional bloc said.
Philippine Energy Secretary Sharon Garin called energy security a shared challenge, warning that global market disruptions could affect fuel availability, industry and households. Manila plans to push for stronger petroleum-supply preparedness, regional electricity links, diversified energy sources and improved efficiency.
Preparatory meetings for senior officials are scheduled for October 5–6, followed by the ministerial session and partner meetings on October 7–8. The Philippines holds ASEAN’s rotating chairmanship this year and is due to host the bloc’s leaders’ summit on October 27–29.
The stated priorities build on the region’s broader effort to strengthen energy resilience. Ministers are also expected to review implementation of the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation for 2026–2030.