AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBrunei Tourism & Culture: Brunei is taking its coffee culture to Sarawak with the Brunei Coffee Trail in Miri (Aug 7–9), aiming to draw visitors across the border and give local cafes and entrepreneurs a wider market. Local Community Events: Tutong District’s festival brought hundreds together with a parade, fireworks and bazaar, boosting community ties and giving micro, small and medium enterprises a platform. Agriculture & Food Safety: Four Brunei agricultural companies received the Brunei Pesticide-Free (BPF) Certificate, recognising chemical pesticide-free farming and strengthening consumer confidence through supply-chain transparency. Regional Economy Watch: The World Bank kept the Philippines’ 2026 growth forecast at 3.7% but trimmed 2027, citing weaker investment and slower project execution amid external risks. ASEAN & Diplomacy: ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn said Bangladesh is unlikely to join under the current charter, as membership is limited to countries geographically recognised as part of Southeast Asia. Sports: Penang FC targets a top-six finish in Malaysia’s Super League after last season’s eighth-place showing.
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