AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTransboundary Haze Watch: Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei are bracing for a “severe” haze season later this year, with August and September flagged as worst months as dry conditions return and forest-fire risk rises. Brunei-Tied Travel Policy: Taiwan has extended visa-free entry for Brunei passport holders (along with the Philippines and Thailand) for up to 14 days, running until July 31, 2027, as part of its New Southbound Policy reviews. South China Sea Tensions: The Philippines lodged a diplomatic protest over a Chinese state media AI video depicting Filipinos as monkeys, escalating a fresh round of anger tied to the 2016 arbitration dispute. Regional Energy Link: Sarawak and Brunei say they’re making steady progress on a proposed cross-border electricity interconnection, with talks aimed at improving reliability and energy security. Local Entrepreneurship Spotlight: Brunei’s creative and business scene continues to grow, with fresh features on homegrown brands and makers—from cafés and henna studios to tabletop games—showing more locals turning passions into ventures.
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