AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRegional Trade & Investment: Philippines VP Sara Duterte urged investors to turn Mindanao–Borneo connectivity into real business, saying infrastructure only matters when farmers and traders can actually reach markets. Customs Enforcement: Brunei Royal Customs seized controlled drugs (4,254.32g) and also detained suspects over smuggling alcohol, beer and cigarettes in separate operations. Wildlife Crime: Five baby orangutans found in India have sparked calls for tougher action as experts link the case to a growing cross-border exotic pet trade; Indonesia has requested their return. Cyber & Critical Infrastructure: Brunei’s CySec 2026 launched with a focus on “Resilient by Design,” highlighting the Cyber Security Order and Act, plus the national strategy for protecting essential services. Inclusive Education: International School Brunei opened a Centre for Inclusive Learning in Bandar, expanding specialist support for children with diverse learning needs. ASEAN Haze Diplomacy: Indonesia reiterated it is complying with ASEAN forest-fire response mechanisms amid ongoing transboundary smoke affecting Brunei and others. Visa Policy Watch: The US published the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program list, including Brunei, while China announced 48 countries will lose visa-free entry from Dec 2026.
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