The 14th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Energy Ministerial Meeting recently took place, ending with strong support for the launch of the APEC Policy Guidance on developing a Low Carbon Hydrogen Policy Framework in the Asia-Pacific region. This initiative aims to provide APEC economies with a reference framework to develop effective strategies for hydrogen utilization. Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister highlighted the country's Hydrogen Economy and Technology Roadmap (HETR), emphasizing the importance of phased infrastructure development and public-private partnerships to promote investment in the local hydrogen industry. The meeting discussions also addressed topics like increasing energy access for sustainable growth, hydrogen roadmap development, and strategies for low carbon hydrogen policy in the region. The event concluded with the issuance of a Joint Statement reaffirming APEC's commitment to enhancing cooperation for sustainable energy development in the Asia-Pacific region.