TAGUIG CITY - Fresh from his recent participation at the 37th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM37) in Bangkok, Thailand, Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Alfonso G. Cusi called for the further strengthening of energy relations among ASEAN member-countries, as he led the energy family in this morning's flag raising ceremony at the agency's headquarters. 

"Last week, we had the chance to engage our ASEAN counterparts in comprehensive dialogues on a myriad of energy issues, which included, among others, innovations in renewable energy, climate change mitigation, and microgrid utilization. Shared borders mean shared responsibilities. It also means we face common challenges in the midst of pursuing our collective vision for the region. Now more than ever, it is vital for the ASEAN to work together," the Energy Chief stressed as he shared the highlights of AMEM37. 

Secretary Cusi further emphasized the importance of undertaking joint exploration activities with fellow ASEAN member-countries to help the Philippines attain energy security through energy resource exploration and development. 

AMEM is held annually as part of the ASEAN's Ministerial Conferences. 

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