AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAviation Costs: Asia-Pacific airlines say operating conditions remain tough as jet fuel stays volatile, with IATA data showing $119.13 per barrel for the week ended July 3—down from a June peak but still pressuring budgets. ASEAN Trade Talks: India has started reviewing its ASEAN free trade deal, citing a widening trade gap and concerns that third countries are using the agreement to dump goods. Brunei Business & Industry: Global Turbine Asia (GTA) and Safran Helicopter Engines Asia plan to expand their 15-year maintenance partnership into Brunei, pending final conditions. Digital & AI Cooperation: Kuwait and Brunei discussed deeper ties in digital transformation, AI and cybersecurity, including knowledge-sharing through Kuwait’s “Sahel” programme. Local Telecom Convenience: Tune Talk launched free E-Roaming for eligible prepaid plans across 13 countries, including Brunei. Climate Risk in the Region: Indonesia is bracing for higher peatland fire risk as a strong El Niño looms, with warnings focused on peat-based rice cultivation. Halal Wellness Expansion: VitaHealth rolled out its “Pilih Halal, Pilih VitaHealth” initiative in Brunei to boost confidence in JAKIM-certified supplements.
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