AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy in Manila: Foreign ministers’ meetings kick off in Manila ahead of the July 21 ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, with talks also planned with dialogue partners including Russia, China and the US, plus East Asia Summit sessions and energy security items like the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement. Brunei-Linked Regional Defence: India’s Rafale contingent has arrived in Australia for Exercise Pitch Black 2026 (July 20–Aug 7), a major multinational air combat drill that will include embedded personnel from Brunei among 19 participating nations. Philippines vs China Over Racist AI Video: Manila lodged a formal diplomatic protest demanding China take down an AI-generated China Daily video depicting Filipinos as monkeys, calling it racist and dehumanising amid South China Sea tensions. Brunei’s Sultan’s 80th Birthday: Brunei marked Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s 80th with a grand ceremonial parade and investiture events in Bandar Seri Begawan, drawing senior dignitaries and military contingents. Local Spotlight—Brunei Creators: Several Brunei-focused lifestyle and entrepreneurship features highlighted local brands and creators, from automotive storytelling platforms to homegrown cafés and henna artistry.
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