AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSouth China Sea Tensions: A Russian EEF organiser says the US is trying to “drive a wedge” between China and ASEAN states with South China Sea disputes, naming the Philippines and Vietnam and also citing Brunei and Malaysia. Sukumara Kurup Probe: Kerala has ordered its Crime Branch to verify claims that fugitive Sukumara Kurup is alive in Brunei under a false identity, with Interpol coordination planned; but the latest twist is that relatives in Thrissur identified the viral photo as Damodara Menon, who has lived in Brunei for decades, pushing the claim into fresh doubt. Brunei Economy & Prices: Brunei’s CPI for July rose 0.02% year-on-year, driven by higher food and non-alcoholic beverage prices, while non-food prices fell. Local Business & Mobility: Suzuki Brunei has started selling kei-sized Alto and Every models made in Pakistan, and Jetour Brunei held a record mass delivery of 52 vehicles. Community & Sports: Mohammad Shukri was re-elected president of the Brunei Teqball Association, and Brunei is listed in Group G for AFC U17 Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. Tourism Push: Brunei will showcase coffee, matcha and tourism at Sabah International Expo in Kota Kinabalu starting Sept 4.
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