09-07-2025
World Hydrogen Asia 2025: Abang Johari to highlight S'wak's role in Asia's clean energy future in Tokyo
Abang Johari arrives at the World Hydrogen Asia 2025 conference venue accompanied by Shahril (left). – Ukas photo
KUCHING (July 9): Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has arrived in Tokyo, Japan today for a two-day official working visit to attend the World Hydrogen Asia 2025 conference.
He touched down at Narita International Airport at 5.25pm local time, accompanied by a delegation that includes State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, State Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni; and Deputy State Secretary (Economic Planning and Development) Dato Sri Dr Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel.
According to a Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas) report, Abang Johari was received by Malaysian Ambassador to Japan, Datuk Shahril Effendi Abd Ghany; State Deputy Minister of Utilities (Sarawak Energy and Petros) Dato Ibrahim Baki; and other senior state officials at the conference venue.
Tomorrow (July 10), the Premier is scheduled to deliver a keynote address titled 'Sarawak's Hydrogen Vision: Catalysing Green Growth for Asean and Beyond'.
His presentation will highlight Sarawak's Hydrogen Economy Roadmap, integrated renewable energy strategy, public-private collaboration, and investments in hydrogen technologies – from mobility solutions to future export potential.
Ukas stated that Sarawak has emerged as a regional leader in green hydrogen development, capitalising on its abundant hydroelectric resources, clear policy framework, and strategic international partnerships.
The Premier's participation reflects growing recognition of Sarawak's leadership in advancing clean energy across Asia.
Abang Johari is also slated to join a panel discussion on aligning hydrogen policy support across the Asia-Pacific region, alongside Director-General for International Carbon Neutrality Policy at Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Shinichi Kihara; Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy advisor, Osama Melebari; and Taiwan's Institute for Democracy, Society and New Technology Research Fellow, Dr Tsaiying Lu.
The World Hydrogen Asia 2025 conference brings together global industry leaders and policymakers to accelerate the continent's transition to a clean hydrogen economy.
Later in the day, Abang Johari is also scheduled to meet with representatives from Sumitomo.
He is expected to return to Sarawak on Friday (July 11). abang johari tokyo World Hydrogen Asia 2025
