AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRegional Haze: Indonesian fires sent toxic smoke across Southeast Asia, including Brunei, disrupting daily life and prompting school closures elsewhere. Indonesian NGO Walhi is preparing legal action against plantation companies in Malaysia and Singapore over their alleged role in the fires. Brunei-Singapore Ties: Prince Abdul Mateen visited Singapore’s Special Operations Task Force during his first official visit since becoming Brunei’s foreign minister, observing a counter-terrorism exercise. Football: DPMM FC lost 2-0 to Johor Darul Ta’zim at Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium in the first leg of their FA Cup semi-final. Energy Outlook: Higher oil and gas prices are expected to lift Brunei’s growth to 1.9% this year and improve public finances, offering a chance to strengthen economic resilience. China-Brunei Relations: Officials and media representatives met in Bandar Seri Begawan to mark 35 years of diplomatic ties and discuss cooperation in AI, communications and cultural exchange.
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