17 AUGUST 2026 | 11:00–13:00 Hours IST | VIRTUAL

Eighth Meeting of the ISA Regional Committee for Asia and the Pacific Region

overview

Overview

From Diversity to Delivery: Accelerating Solar Implementation Across Asia and the Pacific Region

The Eighth Meeting of the ISA Regional Committee for Asia and the Pacific Region brings together Member Countries and regional stakeholders to advance the next wave of solar-led development across one of the world's most dynamic energy regions. With Asia accounting for more than 70% of newly commissioned global solar power generation capacity each year, the Region is emerging as a key driver of global solar growth, innovation and renewable energy investment.

The Meeting will focus on translating regional diversity into practical implementation through stronger Country Partnership Strategies, regional cooperation, digital innovation and support for Small Island Developing States and emerging economies. Discussions will explore pathways to strengthen energy security, accelerate investment and deliver affordable, reliable and resilient clean energy across Asia and the Pacific.

Agenda

11:00 - 11:10 Hours IST

Opening of the Meeting

11:10 - 11:12 Hours IST

Adoption of the agenda

11:12 - 11:15 Hours IST

Action Taken Report of the Seventh Meeting of the ISA Regional Committee for Asia and the Pacific Region

Updates and Future Plans for Asia and the Pacific Region11:15 - 11:45 Hours IST

ISA Pillars, Platforms, and Initiatives

Country Partnership Strategy implementation in Asia and the Pacific Region

11:45 - 11:50 Hours IST

Preparations for the Ninth Meeting of the ISA Regional Committee for Asia and the Pacific Region

11:50 - 12:25 Hours IST

Interventions by the ISA Member Countries

12:25 - 12:55 Hours IST

Interventions by International Organisations, Partner Organisations and Other Key Stakeholders

12:55 - 12:57 Hours IST

Any other business

12:57 - 13:00 Hours IST

Closing of the meeting

Key Focus Areas

Advancing solar deployment across Asia and the Pacific through innovation, country partnerships, regional cooperation, energy resilience and capacity building.

Accelerating Solar Deployment

Accelerating Solar Deployment

Harness Asia and the Pacific's strong solar potential to accelerate renewable energy deployment, strengthen energy security and support growing electricity demand.

Innovation, AI & Digitalisation

Innovation, AI & Digitalisation

Advance innovative energy solutions through artificial intelligence, battery storage, flexible grids and distributed renewable energy systems.

Country Partnership Strategies

Country Partnership Strategies

Translate regional priorities into country-level implementation through stronger partnerships, policy support, capacity building and investment mobilisation.

Supporting SIDS & Energy Resilience

Supporting SIDS & Energy Resilience

Support Small Island Developing States and island economies in reducing fossil-fuel dependence, strengthening energy security and building resilient solar energy systems.

Regional Capacity and Knowledge Exchange

Regional Capacity and Knowledge Exchange

Strengthen regional capabilities through capacity building, South-South knowledge exchange, STAR-C and digital tools that enable faster and more effective solar implementation.

Seventh Meeting of the ISA Regional Committee for Asia and the Pacific Region

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) convened the Seventh Regional Committee Meeting (RCM) for the Asia and the Pacific Region from 15-17 July 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. 

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Headquarters
International Solar Alliance Secretariat, Surya Bhawan, NISE Campus, Gwal Pahari, Faridabad-Gurugram Road, Gurugram, Haryana – 122003 India

Phone: +91 124 362 3090/69

Liaison Office
Meridien Commercial Tower, Office 204 (2nd Floor), Le Meridien Hotel, Raisina Road, Windsor Place, Janpath, New Delhi, 110001, India

Phone: 011-3508 2603

Email: info@isa.int