AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBrunei Tourism & Culture: Brunei is taking its coffee culture overseas, with a three-day Brunei Coffee Trail in Miri (Aug 7–9) featuring Brunei coffee and matcha cafes plus local entrepreneurs to draw Sarawak visitors across the border. Community & Local Economy: Tutong District’s festival brought hundreds together with a parade, fireworks and bazaar, aiming to strengthen community ties and boost micro, small and medium businesses while promoting Tutong as a tourism destination. Regional Youth Exchange: YEAB represented Brunei at the 12th ASEAN-China Young Leaders Exchange Festival 2026, meeting officials in Qinghai and focusing on green development and ASEAN-China collaboration, including a visit to a major solar power plant. Brunei in ASEAN Networks: Brunei’s anti-corruption links were highlighted as MACC hosted the 22nd ASEAN Parties Against Corruption Secretariat Meeting, with delegates from Brunei and other ASEAN members. Lifestyle & Entertainment: The World Brands Foundation announced its BrandLaureate Lifestyle BestBrands Awards 2026 and Medical & Healthcare Advancement awards, spotlighting brands tied to everyday living and healthcare trust. Tech & Learning: A Brunei-linked aviation externship theme also surfaced in regional youth education coverage, showing growing interest in careers beyond pilots and mechanics.
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