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Why is Southeast Asia a top exporter of solar power equipment?

In little over a decade, Southeast Asia has become one of the world's top exporters of solar power equipment – a success driven significantly by the relocation of Chinese manufacturers to the region. But now, the sector faces considerable challenges as US tariffs cut off their main export market, intensifying pressure on a previously booming trade.

Does Southeast Asia have a solar future?

By Fidelis Eka Satriastanti, Tyler Roney and Soraya Kishtwari Dialogue Earth looks at Southeast Asia's evolving landscape of solar energy adoption, from achievements to hurdles and future aspirations. Sunny Southeast Asia has made significant strides in solar energy, with solar farm capacity exceeding 20 gigawatts (GW) across ASEAN countries.

Where do Southeast Asia's Solar Exports come from?

Southeast Asia's solar exports have primarily targeted the US, with more than 80% of the equipment it imported in the first half of 2024 sourced from Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and Cambodia, according to BloombergNEF. But this successful run is now under threat.