AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBrunei Housing & Infrastructure: Brunei’s Ministry of Development says national housing projects are now adopting the Industrialized Building System (IBS), aiming to boost construction quality, cut build times, reduce material waste, and lower long-term carbon emissions. Transport & Safety Skills: Brunei is also running an eight-day training workshop to strengthen professional, comprehensive investigations into aviation and maritime accidents. EV Uptick: Electric vehicles are rising fast in Brunei, making up 2.8% of vehicle registrations in Jan–Jun 2026 versus 0.7% in 2025, with charging coverage expanding to 22 locations and 40 charging points as of July 23. Regional Environment Watch: Indonesia’s El Niño-linked wildfires are worsening haze across the region, with dozens of schools closed in places like Pontianak as air quality stays poor. ASEAN/Trade Links: Hong Kong opened a new Economic and Trade Office in Kuala Lumpur, with officials saying it will deepen ties across ASEAN, including Brunei. Public Transport Planning: Brunei is considering models to keep public transport continuous, including main-route bus services and phased Demand Responsive Transit zones.
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