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Trump announces Philippine trade deal framework with 19% tariffs after meeting with President Marcos Jr.
Fortune
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President Donald Trump said he has reached a trade agreement with Philippine leader Ferdinand Marcos Jr., following a meeting Tuesday at the White House, that will see the U.S. slightly drop its tariff rate for the Philippines without paying...
Proton faced losses from 2012-2016 before partnership with Geely in 2017, says MITI minister Tengku Zafrul
Paultan
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July 23, 2025
Investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz has said the strategic partnership between Geely and Proton is responsible for the latter’s return to profitability. In a parliamentary written response, he said...
Strengthening Ties: Trump and Philippine President Marcos Jr. to Discuss Trade, Tariffs, and Regional Security at the White House
[your]NEWS
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July 22, 2025
By Emmanuel Ogbonna In a significant step toward bolstering economic and security alliances in Southeast Asia, U.S. President Donald Trump will host Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House on Tuesday. The high-level meeting...
Thai Army Briefs International Military Attachés on Border Landmine Issue
Khaosod English
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July 22, 2025
BANGKOK — The Royal Thai Army briefed military attachés from 47 countries on the July 16th landmine incident that injured three Thai soldiers. The Cambodian assistant military attaché remained silent during the session. On July 22, the Royal Thai...
The BR International Trade Report: July 2025
JD Supra - California
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July 22, 2025
Welcome to this month’s issue of The BR International Trade Report, Blank Rome’s monthly digital newsletter highlighting international trade, cross-border investment, and geopolitical risk issues impacting businesses domestically and abroad....
WATCH: Trump says Philippines will pay 19% tariffs in deal struck with leader Marcos
PBS Frontline
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July 22, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said he has reached a trade agreement with Philippine leader Ferdinand Marcos Jr., following a meeting Tuesday at the White House, that will see the U.S. slightly drop its tariff rate for the Philippines...
Indonesian minister explains US tariff deal to business sector
Antara
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July 22, 2025
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, has held a public outreach session to explain the country's new import tariff agreement with the United States. Held in Jakarta on Monday, the event was...
World : Brunei’s Second Foreign Minister on Working Visit to Malaysia for 26th EOL Meeting
Bernama
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July 22, 2025
PUTRAJAYA, July 22 (Bernama) -- Brunei’s Second Foreign Minister, Dato Seri Setia Haji Erywan bin Pehin Datu Pekerma Jaya Haji Mohd Yusof, is undertaking a two-day working visit to Malaysia starting Tuesday to attend the 26th Meeting on the...
Mandiri Cup 2025: PH U23 booters beat Brunei for win No.
Cebu Daily News
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July 22, 2025
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Philippine men’s U-23 team continued its impressive run at the ASEAN U-23 Mandiri Cup 2025, by crushing Brunei, 2-0 on Monday evening to strengthen their push for a maiden semifinal appearance in the tournament. Javier...
California Courier Good News from Heaven GSA002 Dr Alen GOVERNMENT SANCTIONED ASSASSINATIONS for Coverup Jeffrey Epstein’s Homicide : 99.9 (R=1/2x odds of certainty)
The California Courier
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1. No suicide note. 2. No depression. 3. No sheets, no ropes nearly impossible. 4. Falsified prison records. 5. Formidable enemies wishing him dead 6. Was under suicide watch. 7. Two cameras malfunctioned 8. Attorney General William Barr described...
Sultan announces major reforms to land ownership
The Scoop
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July 15, 2025
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah has announced a long-anticipated reform to the country’s land ownership law through the Land Code (Amendment) Order 2025, which will take effect on August 1. The amendment aims to...
EnQuest Awarded PSA for Offshore Brunei Block
Rigzone
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July 21, 2025
EnQuest plc) said it has been awarded a production sharing agreement (PSA) for Block C in Brunei by the Petroleum Authority of Brunei Darussalam (PABD). The company’s subsidiary EnQuest EP BV Ltd will initially be the sole operator of the PSA,...
Brunei celebrates 79th royal birthday
Xinhua News Agency
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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, July 15 (Xinhua) -- Brunei held a ceremonial grand parade on Tuesday, setting off a series of events to celebrate the 79th royal birthday. The event took place at Taman Haji Sir Muda Omar 'Ali Saifuddien, a renowned park in...
Brunei looks to ASEAN and its own roadmap to become Smart Nation
Biometric Update
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July 15, 2025
The implementation of digital transformation for every country is idiosyncratic. Each state goes about it differently, adapting each to their need and stage of development, which means other governments can learn from any journey. Brunei...
Jordan, Brunei discuss military cooperation during diplomatic visit
Ammon News
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July 20, 2025
Ammon News - Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Ahmed Al-Hunaiti met Sunday with Brunei Darussalam's Ambassador to Jordan, Noor Huda Ahmad, for discussions on advancing bilateral military cooperation. The meeting, held at the...
Trump Imposes 25%+ Tariff On India From August 1: How It Compares Globally, What It Means For Trade
News18
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July 30, 2025
Last Updated:July 30, 2025, 20:01 IST The tariffs, announced by US President Donald Trump, makes India one of the most heavily targeted among Asian trading partners. Chinese officials remain hopeful that the truce will be prolongedUS Tariff On...
Japan honours former Brunei ambassador with Order of the Rising Sun
The Bruneian
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July 19, 2025
The Government of Japan has conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star decoration on Pengiran Dato Paduka Haji Idriss Pengiran Temanggong Pengiran Haji Mohammad, in recognition of his contribution towards strengthening bilateral...
Global Praise For Thailand-Cambodia Peace Talks Reflects Anwar’s Principled Leadership - AIC
Bernama
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July 30, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s moral courage and principled leadership in spearheading peace efforts between Thailand and Cambodia have elevated Malaysia’s standing on the international stage,...
Spice Palace Brunei: Celebrating authentic North Indian heritage through flavours
The Bruneian
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July 18, 2025
A new culinary destination is making its mark in Brunei, offering diners an authentic taste of North India in an elegant and refined setting. Spice Palace Brunei, located at Sunway Centre, brings together traditional recipes, premium ingredients,...
EnQuest takes first dip as operator offshore Brunei
Offshore
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July 18, 2025
The Petroleum Authority of Brunei Darussalam has awarded EnQuest a production sharing agreement for Block C offshore Brunei, Malaysia. Initially EnQuest EP will operate the concession, but the company will likely form a 50:50 joint venture with...