AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTrans-Borneo Railway Push: Sarawak says it’s ready to back the proposed Pan Borneo Railway, starting with the Bintulu–Kidurong stretch to cut heavy-cargo pressure on roads, with alignment work already in place and details to be refined with the Federal Government before rollout. Brunei Finance & Innovation: Brunei Darussalam Central Bank has updated its FinTech Regulatory Sandbox rules, widening eligibility for qualified financial institutions and clarifying what can be tested—aiming for more inclusive, responsible innovation. Ocean Week Brunei Opens Creative Entries: Ocean Week Brunei 2026 has launched submissions for a Brunei Ocean Arts photography contest, plus the Ocean Hero Award and youth grants and video competition, with over BND5,000 in prizes and recognition. Regional Security Crackdown: Operation FRONTIER+ III has ended with 3,018 arrests across 10 jurisdictions tied to about US$752m in losses, including major action in Singapore and Hong Kong. Thailand Visa Tightening: Thailand is rolling back its 60-day visa-free scheme to 30 days for 54 countries, citing security and misuse concerns.
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