The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Energy Transition Cooperation to address energy demand in the Southeast Asian country. The MOU outlines collaboration in various areas including renewable energy, liquefied natural gas, power generation, nuclear energy, energy efficiency, and alternative fuels. The partnership aims to boost renewable energy in the Philippines, with targets set to raise the share of renewables to 35% by 2030 and 50% by 2040. Additionally, the agreement focuses on energy savings, electric vehicle penetration, and the adoption of advanced grid technologies. The collaboration is expected to bring investments in energy infrastructure, create employment opportunities, enhance local expertise, and support the development of a strong energy ecosystem in the Philippines. The MOU also includes promoting hydrogen as an alternative fuel, with efforts to drive investments and technology development in hydrogen projects. This partnership signifies a positive step towards sustainable development and energy transition for both countries.