The Japanese Business Alliance for Smart Energy Worldwide (JASE-W) visited Hanoi, Vietnam, from March 11 to 14, 2026. 

     During this mission, the alliance reached highly significant agreements with major local developers and a university to promote Net Zero Energy Buildings (ZEB).Throughout the visit, JASE-W met with leading Vietnamese companies, including SUN Group, CBRE, and TH Corporation. The response from these organizations regarding ZEB implementation for property differentiation and the enhancement of real estate value was unexpectedly positive. Interest was particularly high for ESG integration in "Grade A" offices and the ZEB renovation of existing buildings. 

     Furthermore, concrete discussions have commenced regarding the potential for pilot projects at locations such as Horison Tower, which is managed by a major real estate consultant. While cost-related challenges such as the Return on Investment (ROI) remain, JASE-W aims to accelerate ZEB project formation in the Vietnamese market through tailored approaches that leverage Japan's advanced energy-saving technologies and expertise.Significant progress was also made in terms of institutional frameworks and human resource development. 

      Through meetings with the Hanoi University of Civil Engineering (HUCE), an agreement was reached to strengthen cooperation with the Vietnam Association of Architects (VAA). Currently, Vietnam faces a shortage of professionals capable of ZEB design and diagnosis; consequently, the VAA expressed a strong need for the implementation of practical educational programs.

     JASE-W remains committed to contributing to the realization of a decarbonized society and sustainable growth in Vietnam through Japan's superior energy-saving solutions.

    In February 2026, JASE-W dispatched a mission to Papua New Guinea in response to requests for cooperation on geothermal development from the East New Britain Provincial Government and ENB Energy Ltd (established by the provincial government for renewable energy development), and held discussions with them. JASE-W also conducted site visits to potential geothermal development sites (including the Rabaul Caldera area). JASE-W will continue to explore the potential for geothermal development in the province in collaboration with the provincial government and ENB Energy Ltd.

    On December 12, 2025, we welcomed a delegation of 10 Mongolian government officials in charge of energy conservation for a meeting with the Energy Conservation Center, Japan (ECCJ) and JASE-W.

　During the meeting, the Japanese side introduced the activities of ECCJ and JASE-W, and provided explanations on Japan’s Energy Conservation Act, the Top Runner Program, and initiatives to promote Net Zero Energy Buildings (ZEB).

　The Mongolian delegation shared updates on their current efforts regarding amendments to energy conservation laws and the introduction of a carbon market. A lively Q&A session followed, covering topics such as public-private partnerships in policy-making, environmental improvements in Ger districts, and the utilization of the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM).

　The delegation expressed strong interest, particularly in Japan’s ZEB standardization and energy diagnosis know-how, making this a highly meaningful opportunity to deepen cooperation between our two countries. JASE-W will continue to provide information and promote collaboration to support energy conservation in Mongolia.

     On November 25, 2025, JASE-W (Leader of the Water Technology Working Group etc.) attended the Asia Smart City Conference 2025 hosted by Yokohama City, and held a separate meeting with the CEO of the Hunnu City Development Corporation of Mongolia (who participated in the conference as a panelist) at the venue.

     In October 2025, JASE-W (Leader of the Water Technology Working Group etc.) participated in the JICA-sponsored business tour held in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. We visited the municipal corporation overseeing the new city construction project and major mining company representing the country and so on, introducing the latest technologies contributing to energy-conservation and decarbonization.