AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCarbon Tax Revenue: Sarawak and Sabah should get at least 70% of Malaysia’s carbon tax proceeds, with Premier Abang Johari saying the two states act as the nation’s main carbon sinks and oxygen producers. South China Sea Tensions: The Philippines accused China of “insincerity and hypocrisy” after Beijing rejected Manila’s call to comply with the 2016 arbitral ruling, escalating diplomatic sparring. Transboundary Haze Watch: A Singapore think tank issued a “red alert” for severe haze risk for Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore later in 2026, warning that higher costs may push land clearing using fire. Regional Energy Links: Sarawak Energy says it is driving the Borneo grid, already exporting power to Kalimantan and Sabah, and is in talks with Brunei on interconnection, with plans for further cross-border links. Tourism Push: Brunei is set to hold “Visit Brunei Year 2027” to boost tourism and support economic diversification, with a logo and mascots unveiled for the campaign.
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