With rising interest in a fast-growing electric vehicle industry, the ASEAN region could play an important role in the global EV industry, particularly in the production of EV batteries. Koketso Tsoai, Auto Industry Analyst at Fitch Solutions, spoke to us on Across the ASEAN about Indonesia taking a central role in this ASEAN EV battery space, the important role nickel plays, along with opportunities for countries like Malaysia and Thailand. He also touched on the environmental concerns with regards to setting up an EV battery industry in the region.

<p>With rising interest in a fast-growing electric vehicle industry, the ASEAN region could play an important role in the global EV industry, particularly in the production of EV batteries. Koketso Tsoai, Auto Industry Analyst at Fitch Solutions, spoke to us on Across the ASEAN about Indonesia taking a central role in this ASEAN EV battery space, the important role nickel plays, along with opportunities for countries like Malaysia and Thailand. He also touched on the environmental concerns with regards to setting up an EV battery industry in the region.</p>

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