United States and China’s Interests on Green Geopolitical Strategy in Southeast Asia
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- 10.2991/978-94-6463-795-3_8How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- United States; China; Clean Edge; Belt and Road Initiative; Green Economy
- Abstract
This study analyzes the dynamics of US-China competition in Southeast Asia and emphasizes ASEAN’s crucial role in balancing external influences while advancing regional sustainability goals. The research employs the Theory and concept of Green Economy and Development, utilizing a qualitative methodology with data collected through library studies. The findings reveal that the United States, through the Clean EDGE Asia initiative, focuses on promoting renewable energy, energy efficiency, and regional partnerships, while China leverages the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) to develop green energy infrastructure, including hydropower, solar, and wind projects. This competition enhances investment opportunities but also poses challenges for Southeast Asian countries, such as the risk of dependency and increased geopolitical tensions. In conclusion, while US-China competition accelerates the green energy transition, it also complicates the geopolitical landscape in the region. This study provides insights for ASEAN to navigate these challenges and optimize the benefits of green economic development.
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TY - CONF AU - Sylvia Octa Putri AU - Nadira Mulistira Prana AU - Meita Qurrotu A’yuni AU - Shinta Aa Mintiara AU - Muhammad Ivan Firdaus Achsan PY - 2025 DA - 2025/07/24 TI - United States and China’s Interests on Green Geopolitical Strategy in Southeast Asia BT - Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Business, Economics, Social Sciences, and Humanities - Economics, Business and Management Track (ICOBEST-EBM 2025) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 78 EP - 87 SN - 2352-5428 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-795-3_8 DO - 10.2991/978-94-6463-795-3_8 ID - Putri2025 ER -