Energy ministers from across the Asia-Pacific gathered in Busan this week for the 15th APEC Energy Ministerial Meeting, charting a collective course to secure stable electricity supply, modernize regional grids and harness artificial intelligence for innovation in energy systems. Chairing the meeting, Hohyeon Lee, Vice Minister for Energy at the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Korea, stressed the stakes. “Korea is committed to achieving balance in its energy sector,” Vice Minister Lee said. Korea showcased its plans to expand national grid capacity, build a next-generation “energy highway,” and deploy AI-enabled microgrids, demonstrating how economies can combine innovation with long-term energy security. The challenges we encounter inspire us to unite and collaborate,” Vice Minister Lee said.