AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTransboundary Haze: Indonesia’s wildfires are forcing schools to close in Pontianak for a second day as smoke worsens air quality, with firefighters battling blazes in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park and authorities warning of a tough dry season driven by El Niño. Brunei Transport Plans: Brunei’s transport ministry is studying two models for public transport continuity—main-route buses and phased Demand Responsive Transit covering two zones first—along with better infrastructure and more technology. Visit Brunei 2027 Targets: Brunei aims for about 1 million tourists and B$630 million in tourism revenue, with 400,000 arrivals already recorded in the first half of 2026. Education for Jobs: The education ministry says it’s reshaping higher education and TVET for an AI-driven job market through curriculum updates, project-based learning, and data-led graduate outcomes. Royal Update: Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah removed his daughter-in-law Raabi’atul Adawiyyah’s royal titles via decree, citing conduct unbecoming of a royal spouse. Aviation Connectivity: Royal Brunei Airlines expands its codeshare with Turkish Airlines, adding an Istanbul route via Kuala Lumpur. ASEAN Context: ASEAN Day celebrations in the region stressed centrality and unity amid global fragmentation, with leaders calling for dialogue and cooperation.
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