AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBrunei-China ties: Brunei and China marked 35 years of diplomatic relations with cultural exchange events, including performances by artists with disabilities and a Brunei-China food festival, plus a framework agreement for deeper long-term cooperation. Maritime security in Brunei: ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre and the Royal Brunei Police Force wrapped a four-day cluster meeting in Bandar Seri Begawan, bringing together regional focal points to discuss port and offshore security, early response, and how AI could support counter-piracy and cross-border operations. Regional haze pressure: Malaysia cancelled the Kuching Marathon due to unhealthy transboundary haze from Indonesia’s wildfires, while Malaysia is also studying a special law approach to tackle haze. UN diplomacy spotlight: Foreign Minister Prince Abdul Mateen met counterparts in New York as the UN General Assembly saw major walkouts during Netanyahu’s speech, with dozens of delegations leaving the chamber. Sports (Brunei-linked): Brunei’s Faiq Bolkiah became a free agent after Thai club Ratchaburi FC released him; and India’s Asian Games Day 8 surge pushed it into the top 10 with kabaddi golds and more medals.
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