AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBrunei-Philippines Diplomacy: The Philippines’ Commission on Appointments confirmed Renato Ner Dueñas Jr. as Ambassador to Brunei, alongside AFP senior appointments—an upbeat signal for people-to-people and cultural links. Arts & Culture: Labuan’s Borneo Arts Festival 2026 is positioning the island as a regional arts, culture and heritage tourism hub, with dance, fashion showcases, workshops and a street food bazaar. UNESCO Cultural Push: Singapore, Brunei, Indonesia and Malaysia are jointly nominating zapin for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, aiming to submit the dossier in March 2027. Travel & Events: Sabre Brunei Travel Fair 2026 wrapped up with grand prizes, reporting 16% higher bookings and 15% more ticketing transactions than last year. Halal Food Business: Adabi Frozen Food is expanding its international halal footprint—entering Brunei and preparing for Kuwait after MIHAS 2026. Regional Security (Brunei): ReCAAP ISC and Royal Brunei Police held a four-day maritime cluster meeting in Bandar Seri Begawan, focusing on port security and AI in counter-piracy. Sports Spotlight: Asian Games Day 7 updates put India at 12th on the medal table, while Brunei’s presence shows up in regional sports coverage.
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