AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBorneo Haze Crackdown: Indonesia arrested 72 people suspected of deliberately starting forest and peatland fires, as choking smoke drifted into Malaysia and affected parts of Brunei, with investigators looking beyond ground perpetrators to find who “benefited” from the burning. Emergency Response: President Prabowo ordered an extra 1,500 soldiers and six helicopters to help tackle Borneo wildfires after fires burned over 200,000 hectares since January, while authorities warned against open fires amid thousands of hotspots. Brunei-Malaysia Economic Push: Brunei and Malaysia business chambers renewed an MoU to boost trade links, exhibitions and business missions, as leaders also prepare to discuss haze and other bilateral priorities under ALC-27. Food Security Boost: Brunei launched a one-year expert advisory programme with China to strengthen rice breeding and hybrid seed production, including plans for a hybrid rice research centre. Local Business & Talent: Hengyi Industries honoured 15 Bruneian students for academic excellence, and a regional Muslim youth entrepreneurship programme wrapped up in Bandar Seri Begawan. Sports: DPMM FC edged Penang FC 1-0 in the Super League opener, with Miguel Oliveira scoring in the 64th minute.
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