AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDiplomacy: Jordan’s new non-resident ambassador to Brunei has presented his credentials. Foreign Minister Prince Abdul Mateen begins a three-day introductory visit to Singapore today, with meetings on trade, AI and defence. Digital Economy: South-east Asia’s digital economy is forecast to grow 17% to US$368 billion in 2026, with Brunei among the 10 markets covered. Brunei’s education minister urged graduates to use AI to build their skills, not replace them. Regional Cooperation: Brunei is hosting ASEAN meetings on helping small businesses digitise, adopt sustainable practices and reach new markets. A two-year UNDP partnership will also build digital safety and cybersecurity capacity, including in Brunei. Investment: Baiduri Bank has priced its first overseas bond. Honeywell will supply technology for Hengyi’s Pulau Muara Besar expansion, which is expected to lift annual crude-processing capacity to about 20 million tonnes. Defence: Brunei’s first Airbus H145M helicopters are expected to arrive in November. Maritime Security: China says it sent naval forces to monitor a US warship near disputed Sabina Shoal, in waters claimed by Brunei and other regional nations.
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