AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoASEAN 59th Anniversary Message: Brunei’s Sultan marks ASEAN Day with a call for a people-centred, resilient future, highlighting Timor-Leste’s new membership and the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation. ASEAN-Qatar Partnership: Qatar and ASEAN are set to deepen cooperation as trade nears $15bn, with new momentum after Qatar became an ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue Partner. Brunei Business Climate: Brunei saw a 125% jump in new company registrations in 2025 (354 vs 157 in 2024), with 200 registrations recorded in the first half of 2026. AI for Brunei’s Workforce: Brunei continues AI upskilling for teachers, with thousands taking AI courses and certified master trainers supporting wider training. Digital Governance in Practice: EVYD backs DFCE 2026 discussions on AI governance, stressing trust-building and risk-based approaches. Maritime Focus: Brunei Darussalam Maritime Week 2026 opens under “Safe Seas, Thriving Economy, Future-Ready People,” linking safety and innovation to growth. Tourism Push for 2027: Brunei targets high-value tourism ahead of Visit Brunei Year 2027, aiming for longer stays and higher spending. Local Innovation in Food: Antrique launches an Nvidia-powered AI food initiative in Brunei, starting with a planned 14-hectare coffee plantation in Tungku.
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