53. Energy Cooperation. Secure and reliable supply of energy including bio-fuel is crucial to
support and sustain economic and industrial activities. Regional collaboration in the Trans-ASEAN
Gas Pipeline (TAGP) and the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) Projects allows the optimisation of the region’s
energy resources for greater security. These projects also provide opportunities for private sector
involvement in terms of investment, including financing, and technology transfer. Interconnected
networks of electricity grids and gas pipelines offer significant benefits both in terms of security,
flexibility and quality of energy supply.