AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBrunei-China Connectivity: Shenzhen Airlines launched a new Brunei–Shenzhen direct air link on Sept 29, with an initial charter phase (four flights weekly) before moving to scheduled services (three weekly), aiming to boost tourism and trade and giving Bruneians easier access to China’s wider network. Tourism Numbers: Brunei reported rising Chinese air arrivals—about 39,000 in 2024 to 45,858 in 2025 (+17.6%)—with 28,657 recorded as of August 2026, and officials pointed to visa-free short stays and direct flights as key drivers. Financial Sector Planning: Brunei Darussalam Central Bank launched the Brunei Financial Sector Blueprint 2026–2035, setting out a decade-long push for a resilient, inclusive and innovative financial sector. Tech & Services: Apple Music expanded to Albania, Brunei, Burkina Faso and Pakistan after an 11-year wait, bringing availability to 172 countries/regions (with Apple TV still unavailable in Brunei). Culture Diplomacy: Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia and Singapore jointly proposed the Zapin dance for UNESCO’s 2027 Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
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