AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBrunei Energy & Infrastructure: Brunei’s Department of Electrical Services signed a contract with Sinohydro for Phase 2 of the Bukit Panggal Combined Cycle Gas Turbines Power Station, adding 215MW to strengthen electricity supply and support Vision 2035. Brunei Capital Markets: A Brunei Darussalam Capital Market Development seminar focused on “An Introduction to Sukuk Issuance,” pushing sukuk as an alternative financing tool for government-linked and private issuers. Regional Defence & Security: The Philippines and India have locked in preparations for Asean-India Maritime Exercise 2026 (Sept 28–Oct 2), with Brunei among the 11 Asean participants, aiming to boost maritime security cooperation and interoperability. ASEAN Business Links: Mindanao’s MinBizCon highlighted BIMP-Eaga as a trade corridor, pointing to halal goods, food processing, fisheries and renewable energy as growth engines for cross-border investment. Brunei Tourism Push: Brunei is targeting 1 million tourists during Visit Brunei Year 2027, as the country ramps up its visitor drive. Trade & Consumer Trends: Korean food franchises are accelerating into Southeast Asia, including Brunei, as brands expand beyond early markets.
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