The 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting took place in Manila on October 7, with Vietnam represented by Deputy Industry and Trade Minister Nguyen Viet Son. The ministry reports discussions on the 2026–30 energy cooperation plan, the ASEAN Power Grid and responses to oil and gas supply disruptions. Vietnam announced that it had deposited its APSA ratification instrument. Specialized bodies were tasked with advancing interconnection projects and financing, leaving further implementation work ahead.