AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWildlife & Culture: Five baby orangutans abandoned in an Indian forest have spotlighted a “massive” exotic pet trade, with experts warning traffickers are smuggling rare apes into India via Southeast Asia, including routes through war-torn Myanmar; Indonesia has requested the animals’ return. Brunei Creative Scene: Brunei’s Legasiworks is set to launch Kreative Fest 2027, with a Kreative Fest Tour starting in November to bring smaller stages to different areas, plus ongoing community briefings and organiser meet-ups to build collaborations. Cybersecurity (Brunei): CySec 2026 has officially launched in Brunei, bringing together government, industry and diplomats to push stronger resilience for critical infrastructure under the “Resilient by Design” theme. Regional Environment: Indonesia says it’s fully complying with ASEAN haze protocols, even as smoke continues to affect parts of the region including Brunei and Malaysia. Film & Cinema Buzz: Malaysian horror “Khadam” is trending in Hong Kong ahead of its Oct 8 release, boosted by a Cantonese title pun that’s sparking social media chatter. Sports (ASEAN): Indonesia captain Jay Idzes will miss the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup due to injury, with the tournament running Sept 24–Oct 5 in Jakarta and Bandung.
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