Central News Agency (Central News Agency, Reporter Li Zongxuan, Bangkok, July 3rd) The ASEAN electric vehicle (EV) market is developing rapidly, with Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam emerging as major regional markets. Industry representatives state that although Chinese brands dominate the ASEAN EV market, it still presents opportunities for technology transfer and supply chain development. They also point out that Taiwan can leverage its semiconductor, component, and R&D capabilities to participate in the EV supply chain. EV industry players from ASEAN countries are currently gathered at the "Mobility Tech Asia" exhibition in Bangkok. This exhibition, running for three days from the 1st, serves as an important exchange platform for sustainable and intelligent transportation in Asia, focusing on innovative technologies such as AI-driven smart transportation, smart infrastructure, Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS), and EV solutions. Edmund Araga, Chairman of the ASEAN Federation of Electric Vehicle Associations (AFEVA), told CNA that Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are currently the fastest-growing EV markets in ASEAN, with the Philippines also rapidly catching up. Araga noted that Chinese brands have come to dominate the ASEAN EV market, but this is not entirely a risk; rather, it is an opportunity for technology transfer, allowing ASEAN to learn and develop its own industries. Thailand is one of the fastest-growing EV markets in Southeast Asia. According to projections by Krungsri Research, Thailand's annual new pure electric vehicle registrations are expected to remain around 125,000 units from 2026 to 2028. Krisda Utamote, Honorary Advisor to the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT), stated that the rapid growth of EVs in Thailand in recent years is mainly due to government subsidy measures, which have driven manufacturers to shift from imports to local assembly, making vehicle prices more competitive. He added that Thailand hopes to continue