History of ASCOPE
Founded in 1975, the ASEAN Council on Petroleum and Energy (ASCOPE) functions as a network for regional collaboration in all aspects of the petroleum industry among the member states of ASEAN.
ASCOPE Declaration 1975 ASCOPE Charter 2025
Stands as an establishing document that created and defined the ASEAN Council on Petroleum and Energy today. The ASCOPE Declaration was signed on October 15, 1975, in Jakarta, to promote active collaboration and mutual assistance in the development and utilization of petroleum resources within Southeast Asia. Afterwards, the ASCOPE Charter was officially adopted at the 50th ASCOPE Council Meeting in Bangkok in October 2025, and reflects a "future-ready" organization.
Brunei Darussalam
Cambodia
Indonesia
Lao PDR
Malaysia
Myanmar
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
Vietnam
Meaning of the Logo
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Represents the mutual assistance between South East Asian countries in the wellbeing of matters involving petroleum and energy to push for improvement and stability for all
A representative petroleum droplet shape that symbolizes oil, gas, and LNG as vital drivers of ASEANs economic growth and energy security.
Map of ASEAN Countries
Blue represents ASCOPE’s vision towards energy security, it highlights ASCOPE’s efforts in ensuring affordable and equitable energy sources for all.
Yellow represents the legacy of ASCOPEs original design and color palette, honoring its history while guiding its evolution toward a sustainable energy future.
Green represents ASCOPEs path toward sustainability, highlighting its commitment to cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions.
Vision & Mission
ASCOPEs Vision and Mission describe the organizations role in strengthening ASEAN energy cooperation to support regional energy security and sustainable energy development.
Vision
The vision of ASCOPE is to advance a secure, resilient, and sustainable energy future by driving innovation and fostering active collaboration and mutual assistance in the development of energy resources across the region through joint endeavours in the spirit of equality and partnership.
Mission
The mission of ASCOPE is to reinforce energy security and supply resilience through collaboration in the efficient utilization of energy by promoting integrated infrastructure, mutual assistance, the use of research facility in the energy industry, fuel diversification, and coordinated policies, while advancing a just energy transition through low-carbon initiatives and fostering regional collaboration and capacity building for sustainable outcomes.
ASCOPE Organization Structure
ASCOPE Organization Structure presents the governance framework and organizational hierarchy that guide ASCOPE’s leadership and operations, ensuring effective coordination, decision-making, and collaboration among member countries.
Special Team Project
- Methane Stream
- CCS/CCUS Stream
Task Force (EPTF)
Task Force (GATF)
Task Force (CETF)
Building Task Force (PRCBTF)