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Pakistan, Brunei discuss defence ties during CJCSC visit
Published on: November 6, 2025 1:09 PM RAWALPINDI: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza met with Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah of Brunei Darussalam during his official visit, the...
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Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad wins two awards at the Asian Innovation Excellence Awards 2025
The Bank was recognised for its programme supporting SMEs and advancing ESG adoption. Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad was recognised at the Asian Innovation Excellence Awards 2025, winning Malaysia Green Innovation of the Year - Financial Services...
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Congratulations PhilHealth Philippines: Awardee for Strategic Communication Recognition during the ASEAN Social Security Association (ASSA) in Brunei Darussalam
Brunei Darussalam - PhilHealth Region III Acting Vice President Henry V. Almanon received the Strategic Communication Recognition Award by the ASEAN Social Security Association (ASSA) in Brunei Darussalam on November 4, 2025 for its entry "Alagang...
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ASEAN Taxonomy Board Releases Complete Version of ASEAN Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance
The ASEAN Taxonomy Board (ATB), a collaborative initiative comprising representatives from four ASEAN sectoral bodies – the ASEAN Capital Markets Forum (ACMF), the ASEAN Insurance Regulators’ Meeting (AIRM), the ASEAN Senior Level Committee on...
Is There a Realistic Possibility of India Entering the CPTPP?
During his first stint as US President, Donald Trump issued a memorandum on Jan. 23, 2017 — asking the U.S. Trade Representative to pull out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) talks and signatories, which led to the formation of the CPTPP...
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King visits Saudi Arabian Military Industries, briefed on ongoing projects, innovations
RIYADH: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has visited the Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) to observe the latest advancements in military manufacturing technologies. Upon arrival at the SAMI Alsalam Aerospace Industries, His...
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Business News | Aia and Tottenham Hotspur Football Club Extend Partnership Through to 2032
PRNewswire Hong Kong, November 4: AIA Group Limited ("AIA" or the "Group") today announces that it will extend its successful association with Tottenham Hotspur Football Club ("Spurs" or "the Club"), becoming the Club's Global Training Partner...
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"We need more cooperation, especially with China," says Brunei business leader
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Xinhua News Agency
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Brunei is eyeing deeper cooperation in trade and investment within the APEC framework, especially with China as a main driver of technological advancement, said Haji Halim Saim, vice president of National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Brunei...
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General : Malaysia Unveils Strategic Plan 2026-2030 To Empower Care Economy - Nancy
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Care Strategic Framework and Action Plan 2026-2030 was launched today to ensure an inclusive and sustainable care economy ecosystem that supports the well-being of people across all age groups. Women,...
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PH should start new track, widen conversation on South China Sea
As ASEAN chair, Manila can move talks beyond the much-delayed Code of Conduct As the Philippines starts to chair ASEAN and host a year-long party for this relatively young organization — it’s only 58 — there’s one contribution our country could...
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Brunei’s young innovators gear up for ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit 2025
Three youth-led teams from Brunei Darussalam recently showcased their sustainability innovations on a regional stage at the ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS) 2025 in Singapore. The teams, PhytoBrunei, BotaNovi and BrewCycle...
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Brunei tourism players push for digital transformation
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Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) -- Brunei hoteliers, travel agents, event management companies, and service providers took part in a digitalization networking session recently aimed at strengthening digital transformation in the country's...
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Mindanao: PH’s next economic frontier driven by agribusiness, peace
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SunStar
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NOW that the southern Philippines’ agricultural powerhouse is stepping into the limelight, Mindanao, long known as the nation’s food basket, is reemerging as the country’s next great investment frontier. Beyond conflict: A new story for Mindanao...
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Fostering green innovation to power growth in Asia-Pacific
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People's Daily Online
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Photo shows the Berths No. 2, 3 and 4 of Chancay Port. (Photo provided by COSCO Shipping Ports Chancay Peru S.A.) As the latest wave of scientific and technological revolution reshapes global industries, the world economy is accelerating toward...
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Deputy Premier: Brunei next in Sarawak’s regional energy supply network
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Dr Sim (centre) joins Sheda Excellence Award winners in a group photo on stage. KUCHING (Nov 3): Sarawak will soon extend the energy supply to Brunei. According to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr...
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singapore PM Wong to lead delegation to Brunei for Young Leaders' Programme
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will be visiting Brunei for an official visit from Nov 3 to 4 for the 11th Young Leaders' Programme (YLP). PM Wong, who was invited by Brunei's Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah, also the Senior Minister at the Prime...
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Youth Town Hall highlights youth shaping Brunei’s future and economy
Over 500 youths attended the 8th edition of the Youth Town Hall at The Prime Minister’s Office, co-organised by the Young Professionals Network (YPN) Brunei and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, with support from the Ministry of Primary...
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Royal Brunei Airlines launches high-speed inflight internet with RB SkyConnect
Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) has launched its high-speed inflight connectivity service, RB SkyConnect, making it the first airline in Asia to adopt a multi-orbit system. The service, which officially commenced on 18 November 2025 through a...
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Bethan Moore’s ‘The Widow Making Syndicate’, Inspired By True Stories In 1920s Hungary, Explores How Far Women Will Go To Escape Abusive Husbands – Brit List 2025
Deadline has partnered with The Brit List to profile some of the emerging writers who have made this year’s ranking of the best unproduced UK film and TV projects. Launched in 2007, The Brit List has previously featured projects including The...
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Business : APEC Leaders' Commendations Underscore Malaysia's Leadership Capabilities -- PM Anwar
From Nor Baizura Basri GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 31 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the congratulatory messages from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders for Malaysia’s successful hosting of the recent 47th...
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