ABSTRACT
India and Southeast Asia are to be at the center of the global energy demand growth in the coming years accompanying population increase, economic improvements and the universalization of electricity services. This chapter discusses the need for economic cooperation between India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). It argues that in order to sustain high levels of growth, it is necessary to improve economic cooperation trade agreements. The chapter is concerned with establishing the rationale for connectivity and regional initiatives. This will be followed by a discussion of the existing arrangements for power connectivity. The chapter also argues that the North East Region in India and Myanmar can act as pivotal points for India and Southeast Asia to forge a link. Subsequently, an attempt is made to analyze the question of institutional development in the context of energy connectivity. Finally, a conclusion and some recommendations are offered.
