AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBrunei Alerts Against AI Scams: Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB) warned the public about convincing AI-generated or manipulated videos that impersonate officials to push fake investment schemes, stressing it has not approved or endorsed any such product and urging people to verify via BDCB’s official channels. South China Sea Tensions: China issued new management measures for the Huangyan Dao National Nature Reserve, tightening controls and banning activities like fishing and extraction without prior approval, while the Philippines deposited an official nautical chart with the UN to strengthen its Scarborough Shoal claims. Regional Development Push: The World Bank approved a $268.62m Philippines project to expand climate-resilient water and sanitation in Bohol, Siargao and Jolo, aiming to create thousands of jobs. Brunei Agriculture Win: Four Brunei agricultural companies received Brunei Pesticide-Free certification for chemical pesticide-free farming, boosting supply-chain transparency and consumer confidence. Tech Growth: Global 5G subscriptions topped 3.1 billion in Q1 2026, with Southeast Asia—especially the Philippines—showing fast adoption. Mobility in Brunei: UTB hosted an international sharing session on smart mobility and sustainable cities, focusing on traffic management and electric vehicles.
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