MG HS PHEV Debut: Premier Motor Co launched the new MG HS Plug-in Hybrid at the Borneo Kustom Show in Bridex, pairing a 1.5L turbo petrol engine with an electric motor for 220kW and 350Nm, plus up to 120km electric range and as low as 0.7L/100km fuel use. Brunei-China Culture: Brunei and China marked 35 years of diplomatic ties with cultural exchange events, including “My Dream” performances at Jerudong International School and a Brunei China Food Festival featuring Beijing halal cuisine. Olympic Links: Brunei National Olympic Council president HRH Prince Sufri Bolkiah visited “Qatar House” in Nagoya, meeting Qatar Olympic Committee officials and touring key sports activities. UNGA Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said middle powers and ASEAN can shape global decisions at UNGA, while UNGA also saw a major walkout during Netanyahu’s speech over Gaza. Regional Security: ReCAAP ISC and the Royal Brunei Police held a four-day cluster meeting in Bandar Seri Begawan on port and maritime security, including AI use for counter-piracy. High Seas Treaty: Brunei joined Germany, Canada, Australia and others in ratifying the High Seas Treaty, bringing membership to 100 parties ahead of the first conference in 2027. Sports Spotlight: China dominated the Asian Games medal race, while India surged with kabaddi golds on Day 8; Brunei remains among the few countries with only a bronze so far.